Venezia upset Napoli for first Serie A win of season
ROME: Napoli’s torrid start to the season continued Saturday when Venezia head coach Davide Nicola masterminded a shock 1-0 win on debut as Kevin De Bruyne had a penalty saved.
On Saturday, Napoli suffered their first loss of the season as Venezia claimed a 1-0 victory in their Serie A debut. Kevin De Bruyne's penalty was saved, allowing Akor Adams to score the winning goal in the second half. Newly appointed head coach Davide Nicola orchestrated the upset, marking Venezia's first Serie A win over Napoli since 1942.
The victory also marked Napoli's second defeat in a row after their midweek Champions League loss to Villarreal. Napoli manager Massimiliano Allegri expressed disappointment, stating that the team needs to refocus and improve, both in Serie A and the Champions League.
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