Napoli Crowned Serie A : Conte Makes History as McTominay and Lukaku Shine

Napoli have reclaimed the Serie A throne in spectacular fashion, clinching their fourth league title—and second in three seasons—after a dramatic 2-0 victory over Cagliari on the final day. The win saw the Azzurri edge out defending champions Inter Milan by just a single point, capping off a remarkable turnaround under the stewardship of Antonio Conte.

McTominay’s Moment of Magic

The breakthrough came late in the first half, courtesy of Scott McTominay. The Scottish midfielder, a summer arrival from Manchester United, produced a moment of sheer brilliance in the 42nd minute. Despite close marking and a pulled shirt, McTominay acrobatically met Matteo Politano’s cross with a scissor-kick volley, firing past Cagliari’s Alen Sherri from 10 yards out. It was his 12th league goal of the season, matching a record for goal involvements by a debutant midfielder in Serie A over the past two decades.
Napoli legend Careca hailed McTominay’s impact, stating, "It was an unexpected impact, for his authority and his goals. He was more decisive than the others. He knew how to lead in some key moments towards the Scudetto." McTominay’s tally of 12 goals and four assists underlines his transformation into one of the season’s standout performers.

Lukaku Delivers the Decisive Blow

Just minutes into the second half, Romelu Lukaku put the result—and the title—beyond doubt. The Belgian striker, revitalized under Conte’s guidance, controlled a long pass, bulldozed through two defenders, and slotted home his 14th goal of the campaign. The strike sent the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium and the city of Naples into raptures, with celebrations erupting both in the stands and across the city’s piazzas.
Lukaku’s season was defined by consistency and leadership, finishing with 14 goals and a league-leading 10 assists. His partnership with Conte, rekindled after their title-winning stint at Inter, proved pivotal in Napoli’s resurgence.

Conte’s Unprecedented Treble

The triumph marks a historic milestone for Antonio Conte, who becomes the first manager to win Serie A titles with three different clubs. After previous successes with Juventus and Inter, Conte’s latest achievement with Napoli cements his legacy as one of Italian football’s great tacticians.
Conte inherited a Napoli side reeling from a disastrous 10th-place finish and oversaw a dramatic transformation, rebuilding the squad amid key departures and instilling his trademark winning mentality. His ability to extract the best from new signings like McTominay and Lukaku was instrumental in overcoming Inter’s challenge and restoring Napoli to the summit of Italian football.

A New Era for the Azzurri

Napoli’s latest Scudetto is more than just a trophy—it’s a testament to resilience, smart recruitment, and tactical excellence. With a revitalized squad and a manager who has made history, the Azzurri’s future looks brighter than ever as they celebrate a season that will live long in the memory of their passionate supporters.