Serie A Round 38 – Live Updates: Halftime – Both Favorites in Front

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23-05-2025

HALF TIME – McTominay & De Vrij Keep Standings at Square One
Both title contenders are in front, meaning Napoli are still one point ahead. However, 45 minutes of unparalleled drama awaits us, with Inter heading into the break with a numerical advantage.
45′ – Reina Off in Farewell Game
The legendary goalkeeper couldn't have imagined a worse way to drop the curtain on his career. Davide Massa sends him off after reviewing footage on the side-pitch monitor. It was a cynical foul on Taremi. Como are down a man.
42′ – Talisman Lits Up Maradona with Stunning Strike
Scott McTomiany has been Napoli's talisman this season, but this goal could define his career in Serie A. The ex-Manchester United midfielder scores a spectacular overhead kick to fire Napoli 1-0 up.
39′ – Spinazzola Wastes Glorious Opportunity
Despite having two chances in a space of two seconds, Leonardo Spinazzola couldn't beat Sherri, who seems to have spelled his net. He first denies the wingback before a defender makes a vital block at the second time of asking.
37′ – Taremi Spurns Golden Chance
Mehdi Taremi's woes in front of goal continues. The Iranian breaks one-on-one with Pepe Reina, but the retiring keeper parries away his weak attempt with a superb leg save.
34′ – Sommer Saves Nerazzurri
Como nearly draw level at Sinigaglia as Ivan Smolcic connects with Lucas Da Cunha's delightful cross from the resulting set-piece. However, the ball goes straight into Yann Sommer, who makes a comfortable save.
31′ – Half-hour Highlights
Napoii dominated proceedings but cannot find a way past Cagliari's low defensive block. Meanwhile, Inter remain 1-0 up, even though Como are far better side.
21′ – Opener at Sinigaglia!
Stefan de Vrij heads home another inch-perfect corner-kick delivery from Hakan Calhanoglu to put Inter in front! The pressure is on Napoli now as the Nerazzurri ascend the throne.
15′ – Sherri Comes Up Huge Again
The Cagliari goalkeeper pulled off another masterclass to deny Amir Rrahmani's close range attempt. However, Napoli are getting closer to finding an all-important breakthrough.
10′ – Politano's Sitter Goes Bagging
Matteo Politano nearly put Napoli in front after a lightning-fast counter-attack. Alen Sherri made a stunning save to thwart Billy Gilmour from point-blank. However, Politano latched onto the loose ball but couldn't hit the target despite having goal at his mercy.
3′ – What a Chance for Inter!
Federico Dimarco whips the ball into the box and finds Matteo Darmian completely unmarked at the far post. However, the Italian wingback's feeble attempt allows one of the Como defenders to avert danger with a last-gasp clearance.
0′ – We're Off & Running, Vibrant Atmosphere at Sold-Out Maradona Stadium
Even without Antonio Conte on the bench due to a touchline ban, the atmosphere at Stadio Diego Maradona reaches fever pitch. Let's see if Cagliari can handle the pressure.
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It's crunch times in Serie A as Inter Milan and Napoli battle it out for the title in one of the most enthralling Scudetto races in recent memory. The Partenopei headed into proceedings with a one-point lead, knowing a win against Cagliari would seal the deal.
On the other hand, Inter's hopes of becoming the first team other than Juventus since 2009/10 to defend the crown hinges on beating Como on the road and Cagliari upsetting the apple cart beneath Vesuvius.