Conte’s side edge closer to Champions League qualification on Matchday 35, while Como drop valuable points in the top-four race
Napoli were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw away at Como in the opening fixture of Matchday 35, picking up a point that inches them closer to Champions League qualification but leaves the hosts with regrets in their own push for a top-four finish.
Como were the more dangerous side in the first half and created the clearest opportunities. The best chance fell to Tasos Douvikas, who rounded the goalkeeper but saw his effort dramatically cleared off the line by Amir Rrahmani.
Shortly after, Assane Diao wasted another golden opportunity after being played through by Nico Paz, denied by a quick reaction from Napoli goalkeeper Vanja Milinković-Savić.
Napoli struggled to find rhythm in the opening period, with Kevin De Bruyne largely ineffective before being substituted just after the hour mark. Likewise, striker Rasmus Højlund failed to make any meaningful impact in attack.
The second half saw a more controlled approach from Antonio Conte’s side, who limited Como’s chances but also lacked cutting edge themselves. Scott McTominay fired wide from distance in one of Napoli’s few threatening moments.
The closest Napoli came to breaking the deadlock arrived late in the game, when Matteo Politano struck the post, denying the visitors a late winner.
In the end, a point apiece reflects a match of missed chances—more costly for Como, who needed a win to keep pace in the race for a Champions League spot.
Match Report
Como 0-0 Napoli
Como (4-2-3-1):
Butez; Smolcic, Diego Carlos, Ramon, Valle (81’ Moreno); Perrone, Da Cunha (85’ Sergi Roberto); Diao (85’ Vojvoda), Nico Paz, Baturina (81’ Rodriguez); Douvikas (81’ Morata).
Head coach: Fabregas
Napoli (3-4-2-1):
Milinkovic-Savic; Beukema, Rrahmani (80’ Spinazzola), Buongiorno; Politano, McTominay, Lobotka, Gutierrez; De Bruyne (60’ Anguissa), Alisson; Hojlund.
Head coach: Conte
Referee: Fabbri
Bookings: Ramon (Como), Politano (Napoli)
