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Napoli celebrated a memorable night with a 2-0 victory over Qarabag, marking the fifth anniversary of Diego Maradona's passing. Antonio Conte praised the team and fans for their unity at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Scott McTominay shone by scoring the first goal and contributing to Mark Jankovic's own goal after Rasmus Hojlund missed a penalty.Napoli have been formidable at home in the Champions League, losing only once in their last 20 matches. This defeat was against Real Madrid during the 2023-24 group stage. Conte expressed his joy over the team's performance and the support from fans, highlighting the special connection Maradona has with Naples. "Maradona represents something it is difficult to explain unless you are here, so we wanted to honour this day," Conte told Sky Sport Italia.
Scott McTominay has been in excellent form, scoring three goals in his last three Champions League appearances. This achievement equals the record for most goals by a Scottish player in a single campaign, alongside John McGinn and Kenny Miller. "I want to help the team. The coach asks for high standards, whether I score or not," said McTominay.Conte emphasised the importance of energy within the team and among supporters. He acknowledged that he needed to transmit more energy to his players after reflecting on past performances. "Energy is fundamental, we need the right level, to help each other out," he stated.The atmosphere at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona was electric as fans and players shared a common goal. The unity displayed on this special occasion was a testament to Napoli's dedication to honouring Maradona's legacy while striving for future successes.Full time: #NapoliQarabag 2-0 #ForzaNapoliSempre pic.twitter.com/G7zrCOghNw
- Official SSC Napoli (@sscnapoli) November 25, 2025
