NAPLES, Italy - Two first-half goals from Scott McTominay helped Napoli to a 2-0 home win against Torino in Serie A on Sunday, April 27, 2025, as the hosts reclaimed the sole lead in the standings with four games left to play. Napoli top Serie A with 74 points, three points clear of defending champions Inter Milan, who were handed a 1-0 home defeat by AS Roma earlier on Sunday.
The win also secured Napoli a top-four finish, meaning they will make a return to the Champions League following a one-season absence. The 2023 champions had moved level with Inter at the Serie A summit in the previous round when they earned a 1-0 win at bottom side Monza, while Simone Inzaghi's men suffered a last-gasp loss at Bologna the following day.
Napoli raced to a seventh-minute lead through McTominay, who bundled the ball in from close range after a well-placed pass from Frank Anguissa. The Scotland international found the net with a composed first touch, showcasing his growing influence in the squad.
McTominay doubled the advantage just before halftime, striking from around the penalty spot after a neat lofted cross by Matteo Politano. This marked his fifth goal in the last three appearances, further solidifying his position as a key player for Napoli. Since joining from Manchester United in August, McTominay has now scored 11 goals in his debut Serie A season, setting a record for a Scottish player in the league, overtaking Denis Law's previous tally of 10 goals.
Napoli, however, slowed down significantly after taking the lead, with their only two attempts on goal being the ones converted by McTominay. Torino, who sit 10th in the league with 43 points, ended the game with no shots on target, highlighting Napoli's defensive solidity.
In the second half, Napoli nearly extended their lead when Philip Billing, who came on for Anguissa after he limped off due to a rib injury, hit the crossbar with a powerful header. The match saw further injury concerns for Napoli as defender Alessandro Buongiorno also had to be substituted, suggesting a muscular problem.
As Napoli prepares for their next match against relegation-threatened Lecce on Saturday, May 3, 2025, they are in a strong position to claim their second title in three seasons, a feat not achieved since the days of Diego Maradona. With four rounds remaining, Napoli is looking to maintain their momentum and secure the Scudetto.
Meanwhile, Inter Milan's struggles continued as they faced their third consecutive defeat, losing 1-0 to AS Roma. The absence of key forward Marcus Thuram, who has missed three matches due to a left thigh injury, has severely impacted Inter's attacking capabilities. The team has failed to score in all three matches without him, raising concerns about their chances in the upcoming Champions League semi-finals against Barcelona.
Roma, on the other hand, are enjoying a strong run, with their unbeaten streak now extending to 18 matches, dating back to December. They currently sit sixth in the league, level on points with fifth-placed Bologna and just two points behind fourth-placed Juventus, who secured a 2-0 win against Monza.
In other matches, Atalanta were held to a 1-1 draw by relegation-threatened Lecce, while AC Milan claimed a 2-0 victory over Venezia, with Christian Pulisic scoring his 10th league goal of the season. Juventus also faced challenges, playing the entire second half with 10 men after Kenan Yildiz was sent off.
As the season approaches its climax, the title race and the battle for Champions League spots intensify. Napoli's recent form has put them in the driver's seat, but with several matches left to play, the outcome remains uncertain.
