Serie A : Napoli Stages Remarkable Comeback to Salvage 2-2 Draw Against Genoa
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Second-half goals by Giacomo Raspadori and Matteo Politano helped champions Napoli come from behind to rescue a 2-2 draw at promoted Genoa in Serie A on Saturday.
Napoli provisionally moved up to fifth in the standings with seven points from four games.
Genoa, who returned to Serie A after being relegated in 2021-22, defended well against visiting champions and defender Mattia Bani earned the lead in the 40th minute, sending the ball into the roof of the net following a corner.
Italy forward Mateo Retegui added the second for the hosts after the break with a first-time shot into the bottom left corner.
Napoli were helpless in front of goal and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia sent their first shot on target in the 72nd minute but his low effort towards the left corner was easily de...