Serie A: Anguissa's Late Goal Secures Win for Napoli Over Cagliari

Napoli edges cagliari 1-0 with stoppage-time winner

Napoli secures a 1-0 win over Cagliari with Zambo Anguissa's stoppage-time goal, extending their unbeaten run in Serie A.

Napoli came out strong after halftime, showcasing their champion mentality...

Napoli secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Cagliari at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, extending their unbeaten run in Serie A to 14 games. The match saw Cagliari's goalkeeper Elia Caprile put on an outstanding display, denying Napoli's attackers, including Kevin De Bruyne, who had two notable attempts in the first half. De Bruyne's free kick was well saved by Caprile, and shortly after, his ambitious strike from the edge of the box sailed over the bar.

The game's only goal came in stoppage time, courtesy of Zambo Anguissa, who scored the winner for Napoli. This late goal capped off a closely contested match, with Cagliari's defense putting up a strong fight against Napoli's attacks. Despite their efforts, Cagliari couldn't find an equalizer, and Napoli took all three points.

Before halftime, goalkeeper Alex Caprile made impressive saves to deny Lorenzo Lucca and Scott McTominay, both shots heading towards the bottom corner. His exceptional reflexes kept the score deadlock at the break.

In contrast, the visitors failed to register a single shot on target in the first half. Despite this, Matteo Prati came close to scoring with a header that narrowly flew over the bar, offering a glimpse of hope for the team. The stalemate continued, with both sides eager to break the deadlock in the second half.

Napoli came out strong after halftime, showcasing their champion mentality. Cagliari's goalkeeper, Elia Caprile, was tested again shortly into the second half when Frank Anguissa latched onto a rebound and unleashed a long-range effort, which Caprile skillfully kept out. This display of determination by Napoli was met with Caprile's exceptional goalkeeping skills, keeping the scoreline at 0-0. However, Napoli's persistence paid off in stoppage time with Zambo Anguissa scoring the winning goal, securing a 1-0 victory for Napoli.

Cagliari goalkeeper Elia Caprile was on fire, making another incredible save from Leonardo Spinazzola on the hour mark. Despite Caprile's heroics, Napoli continued to press for the breakthrough, with Matteo Politano showcasing his skill before firing a shot just over the bar. As the game wore on, the Scudetto holders' desperation grew, but Caprile remained resolute.

 

Napoli take all three points after a late, late winner! 🍿#NapoliCagliari pic.twitter.com/YL6Ty6JvtP

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) August 30, 2025

Napoli's persistence eventually paid off, albeit in stoppage time. Zambo Anguissa's decisive goal brought relief to the home side, who had been pushing hard for a winner. The late goal capped off a tense match, with Caprile's saves having denied Napoli on multiple occasions prior.

Noa Lang's effort to breach the Cagliari defense was thwarted when his goal-bound shot was cleared off the line by the Cagliari goalkeeper Elia Caprile, leaving Napoli frustrated and feeling like it wasn't their night. However, the Italian side refused to give up, and their persistence paid off in the final minute of stoppage time.

Alessandro Buongiorno's precise pass set up the winning goal, as Zambo Anguissa showcased his composure by slotting the ball into the net. This decisive moment sent the home crowd into a frenzy, securing a 1-0 victory for Napoli. The win extends Napoli's unbeaten run in Serie A to 14 games, a testament to the team's consistency and determination.

After scoring the winner, Frank Anguissa takes home the Panini Player of the Match award 🏆#NapoliCagliari pic.twitter.com/jqJ7V9dCuP

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) August 30, 2025

Cagliari's late-game collapse adds salt to their wound, with the team now managing only one win in 11 Serie A away games. Meanwhile, Napoli breathes a sigh of relief, having achieved a perfect start to their title defense for the third time in four seasons. They secured this latest win with a thrilling 1-0 victory over Cagliari, thanks to Frank Anguissa's stoppage-time goal. Napoli's strong squad and home advantage likely played a significant role in their success.

Post-Match Implications

This win further solidifies Napoli's position in the Serie A standings, showcasing their consistency and determination under coach Antonio Conte. Cagliari, on the other hand, will look to regroup and bounce back from this narrow defeat. The match highlighted the strengths of both teams, with Napoli's midfield control and Cagliari's resilient defense being key talking points.