Cagliari Climbs Out of Relegation Zone with Emphatic Victory Over Napoli

Simeone's Brace Earns Crucial Three Points for Islanders

Napoli's Title Hopes Dented After Away Loss

Cagliari Calcio produced a stunning performance to defeat SSC Napoli 2-0 at the Sardegna Arena, moving out of the relegation zone and boosting their survival hopes.

Giovanni Simeone was the hero for Cagliari, scoring twice in the first half to hand the hosts a vital victory.

Napoli, who were looking to close in on the Serie A title, were left disappointed as their winning streak came to an end.

Simeone Puts Cagliari in Control

Cagliari started the game brightly and took the lead through Simeone in the 15th minute. The Argentine striker latched onto a long ball from Alessandro Deiola and finished calmly past Alex Meret.

Simeone doubled his tally just before the half-hour mark, pouncing on a rebound after Meret had saved Nahitan Nández's shot.

Napoli struggled to create clear-cut chances in the first half, with Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia well-marshaled by the Cagliari defense.

Napoli Frustrated in Second Half

Luciano Spalletti's side came out with more purpose in the second half, but they were unable to break down the resolute Cagliari defense.

Eljif Elmas and Hirving Lozano had chances to pull a goal back, but both players were denied by excellent saves from Guglielmo Vicario.

Cagliari held on comfortably in the closing stages, securing a famous victory that gives them a lifeline in their battle against relegation.

Napoli's Title Hopes Dented

The defeat leaves Napoli eight points behind Inter Milan at the top of Serie A.

With just five games remaining, the title race appears to be beyond their reach, and they now face a fight to secure a top-four finish.

Conclusion

Cagliari's victory over Napoli is a major boost to their survival hopes.

Simeone's goalscoring prowess has been crucial for the Islanders, and their newfound resilience will give them confidence for the remaining fixtures.

Napoli, meanwhile, will be disappointed with their performance and will need to regroup quickly if they are to secure a Champions League spot.