The Stadio Diego Armando Maradona crowd expressed their discontent with boos as reigning champions Napoli suffered a surprising 1-0 defeat against relegation-threatened Empoli.
Napoli’s lackluster display was evident throughout the match, with Empoli’s goalkeeper Berisha showcasing excellence, notably denying Kvaratshelia’s powerful effort.
While it seemed that Berisha’s outstanding save might secure Empoli a valuable point, the visitors secured an even more remarkable outcome in added time.
Ebuehi delivered a crucial assist, cutting the ball back for Kovalenko, who unleashed a delightful finish, curling the ball into the top corner to secure a stunning victory.
For Napoli, this result adds to a series of poor performances, leaving them eight points behind Juventus.
The title defense appears to be unraveling rapidly, raising questions about Garcia’s position as manager.
On the other hand, Empoli’s triumph lifts them out of the relegation zone, providing a potential turning point in their battle to stave off the drop