Scott McTominay's stellar performance propelled Napoli to a commanding 3-0 victory over Empoli, keeping their Serie A title aspirations alive. The Scotland international netted twice, while Romelu Lukaku also found the back of the net, narrowing the gap with league leaders Inter Milan to just three points with six matches remaining.
Under the guidance of Antonio Conte, Napoli responded emphatically to Inter's earlier win against Cagliari. The breakthrough came in the 18th minute when Lukaku, showcasing his strength in midfield, released McTominay. The midfielder unleashed a low, long-range shot that eluded Empoli goalkeeper Devis Vásquez, nestling into the corner of the net.
Lukaku doubled Napoli's advantage in the 56th minute, capitalizing on a precise through ball to finish clinically inside the box. Just five minutes later, the duo combined again as Lukaku delivered a pinpoint cross for McTominay, who powered a header off the underside of the bar to complete his brace.
McTominay nearly secured a hat-trick, but his effort struck the inside of the post. Despite a hamstring injury forcing defender Juan Jesus off the pitch, Napoli maintained their dominance. Lukaku praised his teammate post-match, stating, "Romelu is a great teammate. He demands the best from everyone."
This victory not only underscores McTominay's growing influence in Italian football but also highlights the strengthening Scottish presence in Serie A. With Napoli firmly in the title race, McTominay's contributions could prove pivotal in the season's climax.
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