Napoli 2-0 Qarabağ: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments
Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Napoli 2-0 Qarabağ in the Champions League on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.
Napoli 2-0 Qarabağ Post-Match Review
The first half saw no goals, with Napoli edging possession at 55% and creating more from corners, but neither side could break the deadlock. Qarabağ’s Kevin Medina picked up a yellow card in the 43rd minute for a late challenge, as the visitors held firm defensively. The game remained tight, with both teams completing an equal number of successful dribbles, setting up a competitive second period.
The second half heated up early, with Noa Lang booked for Napoli in the 50th minute and Marko Jankovic cautioned for Qarabağ five minutes later. Napoli missed a penalty in the 56th minute, but they broke through when Scott McTominay scored in the 65th minute following a substitution a minute earlier. An own goal in the 72nd minute doubled their lead, before a flurry of changes around the 75th minute and Amir Rrahmani’s yellow card in the 77th, with Napoli seeing out the win comfortably.
Napoli 2-0 Qarabağ Statistics
Napoli’s 55% possession gave them a slight edge in controlling the tempo, resulting in six corners to Qarabağ’s four, which helped build pressure that led to their breakthroughs in the second half. Both sides matched each other with 58 successful dribbles, indicating a balanced battle in individual duels, but Napoli’s missed penalty in the second half highlighted a moment where they could have taken control earlier; the two yellow cards apiece kept discipline even without any reds influencing the flow.
Substitutions were plentiful, with Napoli making five changes—Matteo Politano replacing Sam Beukema at 64’, Eljif Elmas for Noa Lang and Lorenzo Lucca for Rasmus Hojlund at 75’, then Alejandro Vergara for David Neres and Juan Jesus for Alessandro Buongiorno at 90’—while Qarabağ used five, including Oleksiy Kashchuk for Leandro Andrade and Samy Mmaee for Kevin Medina at 60’, followed by Dani Bolt for Matheus Silva, Toral Bayramov for Elvin Cafarquliyev, and Nariman Akhundzade for Cristian Duran at 75’. The home side's changes helped them maintain momentum after their goals, with no assists recorded and no injury-time strikes affecting the outcome.
Key Moments from Napoli 2-0 Qarabağ
What could have been the game’s turning point came in the second half when Napoli missed a penalty in the 56th minute, but they recovered quickly with Scott McTominay’s goal in the 65th minute, unassisted, just after Matteo Politano replaced Sam Beukema. An own goal in the 72nd minute, likely from mounting pressure, sealed the result for Napoli, shifting momentum decisively.
Key substitutions around the 75th minute, including Eljif Elmas for the already-booked Noa Lang and multiple changes for Qarabağ, tried to alter the dynamics, but Amir Rrahmani’s yellow card in the 77th for a foul couldn’t spark a comeback.
Napoli 2-0 Qarabağ Lineups
Napoli
Napoli lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, allowing them a solid defensive base while pushing wing-backs forward to exploit the flanks. Standout partnerships included the midfield drive that set up Scott McTominay’s contribution, with the back three holding steady against Qarabağ’s attacks.
Qarabağ
Qarabağ deployed a 4-2-3-1 shape, focusing on a compact midfield to counter Napoli’s possession while relying on quick transitions through their attacking trio. The double pivot provided defensive stability, though it couldn’t prevent the second-half concessions.
Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match
Scott McTominay earns Man of the Match for his decisive goal in the 65th minute, breaking the deadlock with a composed finish despite no assist. His presence in midfield helped Napoli dominate key duels, and he influenced the game’s flow without picking up a card or needing substitution.
Updated Form Guide
Napoli
Recent Champions League matches:
- Win: 2-0 vs Qarabağ (H)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Eintracht Frankfurt (H)
- Loss: 2-6 vs PSV (A)
- Win: 2-1 vs Sporting CP (H)
- Loss: 0-2 vs Manchester City (A)
Qarabağ
Recent Champions League matches:
- Loss: 0-2 vs Napoli (A)
- Draw: 2-2 vs Chelsea (H)
- Loss: 1-3 vs Athletic Club (A)
- Win: 2-0 vs FC København (H)
- Win: 3-2 vs Benfica (A)
What’s Next for Both Teams?
Napoli
Following this solid 2-0 victory in Europe, Napoli sit comfortably in their group and will look to maintain their form in domestic action, building on the clean sheet and second-half efficiency ahead of their next fixture.
Qarabağ
Qarabağ’s defeat leaves them needing points in the competition, with defensive lapses like the own goal proving costly. They’ll aim to regroup for their upcoming match, focusing on better penalty-box organisation.
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