SSC Napoli vs Empoli 3:0

On Monday evening, the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona was filled with an atmosphere that could only be experienced in Naples. Hours before kickoff, the streets around the stadium filled with chants, smoke flares, and blue and white jerseys. The SSC Napoli fans once again demonstrated that they are among the most passionate in Europe.

The match itself was rather leisurely. Napoli controlled the proceedings without shining for long stretches. In the 18th minute, Scott McTominay opened the scoring with a precise shot, before Romelu Lukaku doubled the lead in the second half. McTominay then made it 3-0 with a header – a solid result, more routine than spectacle.

But what was happening on the pitch was almost secondary that evening. The real stars were the stands: 50,000 people who sang, jumped, and waved flags for 90 minutes. Every tackle, every pass was accompanied by a storm of emotion. The Curva B was literally burning—pure football passion.

Nach dem Tot von Romelu Lukaku

Naples may have seen bigger games before, but even a quiet match like this becomes an experience thanks to the unparalleled atmosphere in the stadium. Anyone who has ever been to this cauldron knows: In Naples, it's not just one team playing—an entire city is on the pitch.