Anguissa's Last-Gasp Goal Secures Napoli's Perfect Start

Napoli has extended their perfect start to the Serie A season, maintaining their position at the top with a dramatic 1-0 victory over a resilient Cagliari side. Frank Anguissa emerged as the hero, netting a sensational 95th-minute winner that sent the home crowd into raptures.

The reigning champions showcased their dominance throughout the match, controlling over two-thirds of possession and unleashing 20 shots towards the Cagliari goal. However, despite their relentless pressure, a breakthrough proved elusive against a determined Cagliari defense and an in-form goalkeeper, Elia Caprile.

Manager Antonio Conte lauded his team's unwavering belief and persistence in the face of a potential goalless draw. Speaking after the match, Conte expressed his satisfaction, stating, "It was your typical game where you run the very big risk of defeat. I would've even been happy with the 0-0 because we played as a real team, with patience, trying to find the way through."

Conte admitted the struggle to break down Cagliari's robust defense: "It felt like the goal was cursed. While Cagliari were very, very intense, I didn't expect them to be this defensive. We did not allow them counter-attacks, which was the most important thing, as when you are dominating like that, you run the risk."

The decisive moment arrived deep into stoppage time when Alessandro Buongiorno delivered a low cross, which Anguissa expertly converted into the bottom-right corner, securing all three points for Napoli and igniting celebrations across the stadium.

This victory extends Napoli's impressive unbeaten streak in Serie A to 14 games, solidifying their status as the longest current unbeaten side in Europe's top five leagues.

Squad Reinforcements and Champions League Ambitions

Looking ahead, Napoli is actively working to bolster their squad depth, especially with their return to Champions League competition. Reports suggest the club is close to securing the loan signing of Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United, alongside the potential return of Eljif Elmas from RB Leipzig.

Conte emphasized the importance of a well-rounded squad for the challenges ahead, including a notable Champions League fixture against Manchester City scheduled for September 18.

"I've said that we signed players who can give us a hand for the present, and will be the future of Napoli, too," Conte remarked. "We have tried to grow and complete the squad because, last season, we didn't have European competition, so we were based around 12 to 13 players."

Napoli's continued success in Serie A, coupled with strategic squad enhancements, positions them strongly for both domestic and European campaigns in the coming season.