Weston McKennie substituted at halftime as Juventus beats Napoli
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Weston McKennie was substituted at halftime during Juventus’ match against Napoli on November 2, as concerns arose over his fitness after he showed discomfort. The first half ended goalless, with McKennie contributing significantly to Juventus' performance. His withdrawal was attributed to an adductor problem rather than a tactical decision, raising worries for coach Luciano Spalletti as the team prepares for upcoming fixtures against AZ Alkmaar and Fiorentina. The club is monitoring McKennie’s injury closely, hoping for a quick recovery.
- •McKennie substituted at halftime due to discomfort during the match
- •Juventus secured victory over Napoli, but McKennie's absence concerns management
- •The first half ended goalless, with Juventus showing good form
- •McKennie's injury is due to an adductor problem, affecting his availability
- •Next matches include AZ Alkmaar and Fiorentina, testing squad depth.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — McKennie offers more reason to worry to Juventus after his substitution
"Weston McKennie was substituted at half time during Juventus’ victory over Napoli, despite being one of the team’s standout performers in the opening period. The American midfielder had made an im...
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