In the Derby dei due Golfi, Salernitana and Napoli squared off at the Arechi Stadium in Salerno. Giacomo Raspadori gave the visitors the lead in the thirteenth minute, giving them the advantage from the start. The Partenopei had multiple opportunities to end the game, but they had to wait for Eljif Elmas, who entered the game as a substitute, to strike the decisive blow. Here are our player rankings for Napoli, who won the local derby 2-0 and furthered Salernitana’s wounds.
Juventus (4-3-3)
Six Alex Meret
The Napoli goalie had a quiet afternoon, making few significant saves during the game.
Di Lorenzo Giovanni – 6.5
The Napoli captain, who often surged forward to assist his team’s assaults, maintained composure at the back against Antonio Candreva.
Six Leo Ostigard
The Norwegian had a reasonably easy outing, working with Rrahmani to keep Boulaye Dia and company quiet.
6.5 Amir Rrahmani
After his disorganized effort against Milan last week, the Kosovan had a much better game. easily marshaled the defense and recovered the ball multiple times.
Mathias Olivera – 7
A convincing performance from the Uruguayan who consistently darted forward to join his team’s forrays. He was also superb at the back, winning the challenge that directly led to the second goal.
André-Frank Zambo Anguissa – 6
Napoli fans are surely delighted to have the Cameroonian back in the starting formation, but he seems to be missing a gear or two. He will certainly regain his optimal shape in the next fixtures.
Stanislav Lobotka – 7
The Slovakian Regista pulled the strings in the middle of the park as usual. Picked up Raspadori for the opener with a clever assist. He also did well to retrieve the ball in the defensive phase, though he struggled to cope with Lassana Coulibaly’s physicality.
Piotr Zielinski – 6.5
A positive outing from the former Udinese man who supported his teammates in the final third and did well to create several chances while combining well with Kvaratskhelia in particular.
Politano Matteo – 6.5
For the duration of his time on the field, the former Inter player was a main character, participating in practically every Napoli play. He had a few close calls for goals, but Salernitana defenders consistently stopped his shots.
Raspadori Giacomo – 7
With a polished finish that found its way into Guillermo Ochoa’s far corner, the former Sassuolo player continued his scoring run. Rudi Garcia will be happy with his striker’s current form even though he could have added one or two more goals and an assist to his total.
