Napoli have been crowned Serie A champions for the fourth time in club history after a thrilling 2-0 victory over Cagliari at the electric Stadio Diego Armando Maradona — with Scotland’s Scott McTominay’s stealing the show.
With Inter Milan leading 2-0 at Como, Napoli knew only a win would guarantee the title, and their fans responded with an unforgettable atmosphere in Naples. The hosts came flying out of the gates, and it was McTominay — a £25.7m summer signing from Manchester United — who lit up the occasion with a sensational scissor-kick volley from Matteo Politano’s cross to open the scoring.
That goal released a wave of euphoria among the home supporters, with fireworks and flares filling the sky. Napoli continued to push, and early in the second half, Romelu Lukaku delivered the decisive blow. The Belgian bulldozed past defenders Michel Adopo and Yerry Mina before calmly slotting home to seal the win — and the title.
Lukaku’s celebration saw him earn a yellow card for removing his shirt, but few could blame him with the city ready to erupt. As the full-time whistle blew, fans across Naples — from the stands to the city squares — launched into full celebration mode, lighting up the night with fireworks.
Although manager Antonio Conte was forced to watch from the stands due to suspension, he joined his players at the final whistle, lifted skyward by the squad in joyous scenes. It’s a landmark achievement for Conte, who now becomes only the second manager to win Serie A with three different clubs, adding Napoli to his previous triumphs with Juventus and Inter.
McTominay, who finished the season with 12 goals and four assists, was named Serie A Player of the Season — a well-deserved honor for a player who transformed Napoli’s midfield. He and fellow Scot Billy Gilmour made history as the first Scotland internationals to lift the Scudetto since 1905.
Napoli’s dominance was clear throughout the match, with early chances from Raspadori, Gilmour, Politano, and Rrahmani setting the tone. Despite Cagliari’s efforts, Napoli were relentless, fueled by a city hungry for silverware.
Scott McTominay’s breathtaking goal will go down as one of the most iconic moments in modern Serie A history. From a squad rebuild to national glory, this title win feels like more than just a trophy—it’s a rebirth for Napoli under Conte. And for Scott McTominay’s, this season has turned him from Premier League castoff to Italian hero.
