Key takeaways
- Lazio defeated Napoli 3-1 in the Coppa Italia round of 16, thanks to Tijjani Noslin’s hat-trick.
- Noslin’s treble was his first in his career, and it marked a decisive victory for Lazio at Stadio Olimpico
- Napoli have now exited the Coppa Italia at the round of 16 stage for four consecutive seasons
- Lazio have advanced to the quarter-finals for the 14th consecutive season, demonstrating their consistency in the competition
- Napoli have struggled away from home in the Coppa Italia, with only one win in their last six away matches
- Lazio Advances to Coppa Italia Quarter-Finals with Noslin’s Hat-Trick
Lazio secured a convincing 3-1 win over Napoli in the Coppa Italia round of 16, thanks to Tijjani Noslin’s impressive hat-trick. The Dutch forward’s treble was his first in his career, and it marked a decisive victory for Lazio at Stadio Olimpico.
The match got off to a tense start, with Napoli’s goalkeeper Elia Caprile making a crucial save from Mattia Zaccagni’s penalty shot in the 20th minute. However, Lazio broke the deadlock in the 32nd minute when Samuel Gigot headed Loum Tchaouna’s cross towards Noslin, who nodded it home.
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Napoli’s Giovanni Simeone equalized four minutes later, capitalizing on a rebound from Christos Mandas’ save of David Neres’ shot. However, Noslin restored Lazio’s lead within five minutes, converting Pedro’s cushioned cross. He completed his hat-trick early in the second half by heading in Zaccagni’s delivery.
Noslin’s exceptional performance ensured Lazio reached the Coppa Italia quarter-finals for the 14th consecutive season. The team’s consistent performance in the competition is a testament to their resilience and skill.
Napoli’s recent struggles in the Coppa Italia continued, as they suffered their fourth consecutive round of 16 exit. Furthermore, the team has managed only one victory in their last six away matches in the tournament, highlighting their difficulties on the road. Although goalkeeper Elia Caprile made a crucial save early on, Napoli ultimately fell short, unable to counter Tijjani Noslin’s outstanding performance.
Lazio’s victory sets them up for a quarter-final showdown, and they will be looking to continue their impressive form in the competition. With Noslin’s hat-trick, Lazio has sent a strong message to their opponents, and they will be a team to watch in the next round.