Napoli are on the cusp of clinching the Serie A title, needing just a victory in their final match to secure the Scudetto.

Despite a goalless draw against Parma, they maintain a slender one-point lead over Inter Milan, who also drew 2-2 with Lazio. The draw against Parma was a tense affair, with Napoli hitting the post and having a late penalty overturned by VAR. Manager Antonio Conte was sent off during a touchline altercation and will miss the final match against Cagliari.

Inter’s draw with Lazio, which came as a result of a last-minute penalty from Pedro, prevented them from overtaking Napoli.

Napoli’s final game is at home against Cagliari, a team that has already secured its Serie A status for next season. A win would guarantee Napoli their second title in three years. However, if they draw and Inter win their match against Como, Inter could take the Scudetto home. Napoli will be without Conte on the sidelines against Cagliari, but the team remains focused on securing victory and lifting the Scudetto in front of their home fans.

Conte has acknowledged the emotional and physical toll of the season, describing it as the most challenging of his career. Despite exhaustion, he emphasized the team’s resilience and refusal to quit amid season-long challenges.

Napoli’s recent form has been strong, with key players like Romelu Lukaku and Scott McTominay contributing significantly to their success. The team will look to these players to lead them to victory in the final match.

As the season reaches its climax, the Partenopei fans are hopeful that their team can secure the title and avoid the uncertainty of a playoff. The final match against Cagliari promises to be a thrilling conclusion to a dramatic season.