Rasmus Hojlund's brace gave Napoli a 2-1 home win over Juventus, ending Luciano Spalletti's unbeaten start. Betting angle: Napoli stronger at the Maradona — back Napoli to win or Hojlund anytime scorer; consider Napoli -0.5 Asian handicap or under 3 goals depending on odds.
Hojlund Brace Hands Napoli 2-1 Victory Over Juventus
Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, 7 December 2025 — Rasmus Hojlund scored early and late to seal a 2-1 victory for Napoli over Juventus, while Kenan Yildiz briefly levelled for the visitors. The result handed Antonio Conte a morale-boosting win at home and inflicted the first defeat on Luciano Spalletti since taking charge of Juventus.
Match Summary
Napoli took the lead inside seven minutes when David Neres’ byline delivery found Hojlund, who toe-poked in from six yards. Juventus grew into the game and equalised in the 59th minute through Kenan Yildiz, who finished a quick counter after a give-and-go with Weston McKennie. Napoli regained the lead in the 78th minute when Hojlund nodded in from close range following a scramble at the back post. The visitors pushed late but could not find a second equaliser.
Key Moments
- 7' Rasmus Hojlund (Napoli) — low finish from close range following Neres’ cross. - 59' Kenan Yildiz (Juventus) — counter-attack strike into the far corner after interplay with McKennie. - 78' Rasmus Hojlund (Napoli) — poacher’s finish at the back post to restore Napoli’s lead. Napoli had several openings and a low first-half xG, while Juventus’ first shot on target produced their equaliser.
Tactical Notes and Player Impact
Napoli’s wide play and Neres’ direct runs caused problems for Juventus’ full-backs, creating space for Hojlund to operate centrally. Juventus tried to exploit transitions, with McKennie a key outlet on the right. Defensive absences on both sides forced managers to reshuffle; Napoli’s pressing and late runs ultimately proved decisive.
Injuries and Lineup Changes
Both teams were missing key names: Juventus were without Dusan Vlahovic, Federico Gatti and others due to surgery or knocks, prompting Kenan Yildiz to lead the line. Napoli also faced absences that saw Eljif Elmas and others step into midfield roles. Substitutions, including Jonathan David’s introduction, affected the second-half dynamics.
Match Statistics
Final score: Napoli 2–1 Juventus Goal scorers: Hojlund 7', 78' (Napoli); Kenan Yildiz 59' (Juventus) Napoli produced the decisive finishing moments despite a modest xG in the first half; Juventus’ set-piece threat created late pressure but was insufficient.
Betting Implications
Napoli’s win underlines strong home form — punters may favour Napoli to win home fixtures and consider backing Rasmus Hojlund as an anytime scorer given his two-goal performance. Market options: Napoli to win, Napoli -0.5 Asian handicap, Hojlund anytime, or match under/over 2.5 goals depending on opening lines. Juventus’ ability to score on the break suggests caution on heavy under bets in future fixtures.
What This Means for the Title Race
The result halts Spalletti’s early unbeaten run with Juventus and strengthens Napoli’s position domestically. Momentum and squad depth will be tested across the congested schedule; both teams must manage injuries and rotation as the season progresses.
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