Real Madrid vs Napoli HIGHLIGHTS: In a thrilling encounter at the Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid showcased their prowess, securing a 4-2 victory against Napoli and maintaining a flawless record in the UEFA Champions League.
The Serie A giants initially took the lead in the Real Madrid vs Napoli fixture with Giovanni Simeone finding the net, fulfilling his pre-game aspiration to score against Atletico Madrid's eternal rivals. However, Rodrygo swiftly equalised for Real Madrid, ensuring Napoli's joy was short-lived.
Jude Bellingham's 15th goal of the season elevated Madrid in the 22nd minute, but Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa leveled the score for Napoli just two minutes into the second half. The decisive moments unfolded in the latter stages, with Nico Paz netting a crucial 84th-minute goal, and Joselu sealing the victory in injury time, maintaining Real Madrid's perfect winning streak in the tournament.
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Meanwhile, Real Sociedad faced a goalless draw at home against RB Salzburg. Despite Salzburg's strong start, Real Sociedad, already assured of a spot in the knockout stages, improved in the second half. The team will now contend for the top spot in their group with Inter Milan in the upcoming last group match.
Sevilla's Champions League aspirations were dashed as they squandered a 2-0 lead at home, succumbing to a 3-2 defeat against PSV Eindhoven. Sergio Ramos and Youssef En-Nesyri had propelled Sevilla into a comfortable lead by the 47th minute. However, the tide turned in the 65th minute when Lucas Ocampos received two yellow cards in four minutes, leading to his expulsion.
Ismael Saibari swiftly pulled a goal back for PSV, and Sevilla's defense crumbled, with Nemanja Gudelj scoring an own goal in the 80th minute. Ricardo Pepi's header in injury time secured a stunning comeback for PSV, leaving Sevilla in disbelief and coach Diego Alonso likely facing repercussions.
(With Inputs FROM IANS)