Serie A: Napoli Thrash Fiorentina 3-1 in Dominant Display

Napoli's perfect start continues with 3-1 win

Napoli's dominant performance against Fiorentina saw them secure a 3-1 victory, extending their unbeaten run in top-flight away head-to-heads to eight matches.

Fiorentina's defense failed to clear a corner kick, and Napoli capitalized on the opportunity...

Napoli proved their mettle in their title defense with a convincing 3-1 win over Fiorentina. This victory extended their unbeaten run in top-flight away head-to-heads to eight matches, showcasing their dominance in this fixture.

The visitors got off to a flying start, thanks to a moment of madness from Pietro Comuzzo. Comuzzo's reckless tackle on Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa inside the box gifted Napoli a penalty, which Kevin De Bruyne confidently converted. De Bruyne's composed finish sent David de Gea the wrong way, marking his second Serie A goal of the season.

This win highlights Napoli's determination and strength, particularly after a closely contested 1-0 win against Cagliari before the international break. Napoli's ability to take the initiative and control the game against Fiorentina demonstrates their title ambitions. With Kevin De Bruyne's impressive performance, Napoli looks poised to make a strong statement in the Serie A this season.

David de Gea was beaten again soon after, as Leonardo Spinazzola's clever ball around the defense found Rasmus Højlund, who slotted the ball into the bottom corner with ease. This marked Højlund's first goal for the club, and it seemed like Napoli was in control.

De Bruyne and Højlund were proving to be a handful for Fiorentina's defense. The pair almost combined for a third goal midway through the first half, with Højlund cleverly finding De Bruyne in the box. De Bruyne's shot was impressive, but De Gea made a spectacular one-handed save to deny Napoli.

Trailing by two goals, Fiorentina faced an uphill battle to get back into the game. Their task became even more daunting after halftime when Napoli added a third goal within 10 minutes of the restart.

Three goals and three points for Napoli! 🤝#FiorentinaNapoli pic.twitter.com/pBzEBtsNJR

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) September 13, 2025

Fiorentina's defense failed to clear a corner kick, and Napoli capitalized on the opportunity. Anguissa kept the ball alive at the far post, rolling it across the six-yard box for Sam Beukema to tap into an empty net, sealing the third goal and further complicating Fiorentina's chances of a comeback.

Napoli continued to press their advantage, creating numerous scoring opportunities against Fiorentina. Despite their dominance, Scott McTominay had a rare miss when he failed to capitalize on a great chance to score against his former teammate David de Gea, firing a tame effort that didn't trouble the goalkeeper.

With a comfortable three-goal lead, Napoli's manager Antonio Conte opted to substitute some key players, prioritizing their upcoming UEFA Champions League match against Manchester City. This tactical decision allowed Napoli to manage their squad's energy levels while maintaining their lead.

The match's final stages became uneventful as both teams seemed eager for the referee, Luca Zufferli, to end the game. Fiorentina attempted to salvage some pride, with Luca Ranieri scoring a late consolation goal. However, the driving rain in Florence only highlighted the bleakness of the evening for Fiorentina, marking their first loss of the season.

In contrast, Napoli showcased their winning form, achieving victory in their opening three games for the first time since the 2021/22 season. This impressive start solidNapoli to manage their squad's energy levels while maintaining their lead.

The match's final stages became uneventful as both teams seemed eager for the referee, Luca Zufferli, to end the game. Fiorentina attempted to salvage some pride, with Luca Ranieri scoring a late consolation goal. However, the driving rain in Florence only highlighted the bleakness of the evening for Fiorentina, marking their first loss of the season.

In contrast, Napoli showcased their winning form, achieving victory in their opening three games for the first time since the 2021/22 season. This impressive start solidifies their position at the top of the Serie A standings. With three wins from three matches, Napoli has scored five goals while conceding none, demonstrating their dominanceifies their position at the top of the Serie A standings. With three wins from three matches, Napoli has scored five goals while conceding none, demonstrating their dominance.

Frank Anguissa is the Panini Player of the Match! 🏆#FiorentinaNapoli pic.twitter.com/CTyuzNVuKf

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) September 13, 2025