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Como defeats Napoli 2-1 as Allegri cites defensive errors and injury concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 7:40 PM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Como defeats Napoli 2-1 as Allegri cites defensive errors and injury concerns

Summary

Napoli suffered a 2-1 home loss to Como at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on August 30, 2026. Martin Baturina and Anastasios Douvikas scored for the visitors in the first half to secure the win after Rasmus Hojlund leveled the score for the hosts. Manager Massimiliano Allegri criticized his squad for being too soft in defense and failing to maintain focus before halftime. Scott McTominay played limited minutes while managing persistent blisters that have hindered his training schedule. Napoli now prepares for an away fixture against Inter next Saturday before hosting Arsenal on September 9 for the opening match of their Champions League campaign.

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By the Numbers

•Como defeated Napoli 2-1 with all goals occurring in the first half.
•Massimiliano Allegri noted that Scott McTominay is currently training on a limited basis due to blisters.
•Kevin De Bruyne made a second-half appearance for Napoli following his recent fitness recovery.
•David Neres returned to competitive action after an eight-month absence.
•Napoli faces Inter in Serie A action next Saturday.

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7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Allegri outlines Napoli and McTominay’s problems against Como

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Massimiliano Allegri insists Napoli were ‘too soft’ against Como, especially in defence, and reveals Scott McTominay is not fully fit due to ‘blisters’ that have affected him in games and trai...
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