Soccer News

Napoli Secures a Dominant 6-2 Victory Over Aris Thessaloniki

August 13, 2026Diego Herrera1 мин

Napoli showcased their offensive prowess in their final friendly match, defeating Aris Thessaloniki with a decisive 6-2 scoreline. The team demonstrated strong attacking play throughout the game, with multiple players contributing to the goal tally.

The match saw standout performances, with De Bruyne and Lucca each netting braces for Napoli. McTominay also found the back of the net, adding to Napoli's impressive offensive display. The team took an early lead with a powerful strike from Rrahmani in the 19th minute, putting Napoli up 1-0. Aris Thessaloniki managed to equalize in the 31st minute through a skillful free-kick by Racic. However, Napoli quickly regained the lead just before halftime with a goal from McTominay in the 44th minute, ending the first half with a 2-1 advantage.

The second half continued Napoli's scoring spree. De Bruyne extended the lead in the 58th minute, followed by Lucca's first goal in the 64th minute, making it 4-1. Lucca further solidified Napoli's dominance by scoring his second goal in the 75th minute, bringing the score to 5-1. Aris Thessaloniki managed to pull one back in the 79th minute with another impressive goal from Racic. However, Napoli had the final say, with De Bruyne scoring his second goal in the 89th minute to seal the 6-2 victory.

While the match was largely positive for Napoli, there was a moment of concern as Vergara left the field with a knee issue. The extent of his injury remains to be seen. Overall, Napoli delivered a convincing performance in their final friendly, heading into the next stage of their campaign with a strong offensive showing.

Key Moments and Goal Scorers:

  • Napoli Goals: Rrahmani (19'), McTominay (44'), De Bruyne (58', 89'), Lucca (64', 75')
  • Aris Thessaloniki Goals: Racic (31', 79')