Como 1907 would have been the underdogs going against Napoli, but on February 23, 2025, they turned the tables, pulling off a surprising 2-1 victory at the Giuseppe Sinigaglia Stadium. The match started with unexpected drama, as Como opened the scoring thanks to an own goal by Amir Rrahmani of Napoli just six minutes in. Rrahmani, failing to check for his goalkeeper Alex Meret's position, delivered a gentle back-pass directly to the net, igniting the home crowd.
Napoli quickly regrouped, and shortly thereafter, Giacomo Raspadori capitalized on another defensive slip, slotting home the equalizer at the 16-minute mark. This response showcased Napoli's resilience as they aimed to recover from prior stumbles, having tied their last three fixtures.
With the first half ending at 1-1, statistical analysis revealed Napoli’s advantageous possession of 57 percent and more shots on goal, but as the match progressed, Como fought back. The second half picked up pace with several yellow cards issued against Napoli's players, including one for Giovanni Simeone and Scott McTominay.
Como continued to pressure Napoli, making tactical substitutions including sending on Alieu Fadera for Assane Diao. It was Diao who would later prove to be the match-winner, scoring the decisive goal at 76 minutes, ensuring Como's victory. On what was described as more of a fight for survival rather than tactical brilliance, Como emerged triumphant.
The victory serves as both a significant boost for Como, who have been striving to move up from the 13th position, and as a wake-up call for Napoli. Coach Antonio Conte's side, now with 56 points, will need to reevaluate their recent performances—especially having come from three draws prior to this match. Raspadori's equalizer might have provided hope, yet Como's spirited play proved too much for Napoli.
Post-match, players from both teams addressed the importance of the result. Reflecting on Como's unexpected dominance, their defense and midfield displayed tenacity and opportunism, contributing directly to Napoli's second home loss. "We put our heart and soul on the pitch, and the most important thing was to secure the three points," said Lautaro Martínez, echoing sentiments of determination and urgency as they aim to maintain pressure on league leaders.
Como's objective going forward is to replicate this success as they prepare for their next match, aiming to build on this momentum. Meanwhile, Napoli will have to regroup with their fast-approaching fixtures, where finding the back of the net more effectively will be imperative if they wish to compete for the top spots of Serie A.