Napoli's victory was sealed with a convincing performance at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, where McTominay's stunning bicycle kick and Lukaku's clinical finish handed Cagliari a decisive defeat. McTominay opened the scoring three minutes before halftime, redirecting Matteo Politano's cross into the net. Lukaku doubled the lead six minutes after the restart, latching onto a long ball and calmly finishing past Cagliari's goalkeeper, Alen Sherri ¹.
The Serie A title race was intense, with Napoli holding a one-point advantage over Inter Milan going into the final round. Inter Milan's 2-0 win over Como wasn't enough to catch up with Napoli's points tally, ultimately finishing second with 81 points, one point behind Napoli's 82 points. Napoli's consistency throughout the season, with 24 wins, 10 draws, and only 4 losses, earned them the top spot .
This win marks a significant achievement for Napoli's head coach, Antonio Conte, who has now won Serie A titles with three different clubs: Juventus, Inter Milan, and Napoli. Conte's tactical prowess and ability to adapt to different teams have been key to his success. Napoli's victory parade will be a celebration of the team's hard work and dedication throughout the season.
Scott McTominay: The Scottish midfielder has been instrumental in Napoli's success, scoring crucial goals, including the opener against Cagliari. His impressive form earned him a spot among the top scorers in the league.
Romelu Lukaku: The Belgian striker's clinical finish sealed the win for Napoli, showcasing his composure in front of goal. Lukaku's partnership with Victor Osimhen has been a key factor in Napoli's attacking prowess.
Matteo Politano: The Italian forward's cross set up McTominay's goal, highlighting his creativity and vision on the pitch
Napoli's Scudetto win sets the stage for a busy summer, with the team expected to bolster their squad in the transfer window. The team's focus will shift to the Champions League, where they'll look to make a strong impression. Inter Milan, on the other hand, will regroup and prepare for next season, eager to regain their title .