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Scott McTominay is making a big impact in Serie A. In his first season with Napoli, he has scored nine goals after moving from Manchester United for €30 million last summer. He is playing a key role in Napoli’s fight for the league title.
WHAT HAPPENED?
McTominay shone again in Napoli’s 3-0 win over Empoli, scoring two goals and almost getting a hat-trick. He scored the first goal with a powerful shot after running 30 yards, assisted by Romelu Lukaku. He added a second goal in the second half with a calm finish. McTominay now has eight goals in 28 matches, an impressive record for a midfielder.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Moving to Italy has revived McTominay’s career after he struggled for playing time at Manchester United. Under manager Antonio Conte, he has become a key player at Napoli, partnering well with Lukaku. His scoring total is more than any Manchester United player in the Premier League this season, raising questions about why the club let him go.
Napoli is second in the Serie A table, just three points behind leaders Inter Milan. With 6 games left, McTominay’s goals will be essential as Napoli chases its second league title in three years.
WHAT’S NEXT?
Napoli will continue its title push when it faces Monza in Serie A on Saturday. Monza is mid-table, but Napoli cannot afford any slip-ups. Napoli will also hope Inter Milan drops points in its match against Bologna after playing Bayern Munich for the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. With McTominay in top form, Napoli’s chances for success in Italy and Europe look bright.
