In the 28th round of the Italian top flight, Napoli hosted Milan, and the visitors asserted themselves with a commanding 4-0 victory on the road.
Rafael Leao found the net twice, supported by Brahim Diaz and Alexis Saelemaekers, sealing a standout performance for Milan.
This result marked Napoli’s second loss of the campaign. Under Luciano Spalletti, Napoli sat at the summit of Serie A with a solid 71 points from 28 matches, while Milan climbed to third place with 51 points thanks to the win.
Looking ahead, Napoli was set to travel to Lecce in the next league round, while Milan prepared to welcome Empoli at home. Both fixtures were scheduled for April 7.
Earlier in the season, Napoli and Milan had also met in the Champions League quarterfinals, with the first leg due in Milan on April 12 and the return leg in Naples on April 18. The tie was shaping up as a major clash between two of Italy’s most storied clubs.
There had been speculation about Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the Georgian midfielder frequently linked with big moves, potentially signing a new contract with Napoli. Reports from Foot Mercato indicated the agreement would run through the summer of 2028, with a base salary around €2.5 million per season and total compensation reaching up to €4 million when bonuses are included. This development would reinforce Napoli’s core under the management of Spalletti as they push for domestic and European success. [Citation: Foot Mercato]