"Rasmus Højlund struck twice to give Napoli a 2-1 victory over Sporting in their Champions League clash at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Højlund, on loan from Manchester United, pounced in each half with Kevin De Bruyne the provider on both occasions as the former Premier League foes combined beautifully to dispatch spirited opponents. A Luis Suárez penalty catapulted Sporting back into contention and they also had chances to snatch a point in an action-packed climax to the game."
"It was then Sam Beukema's turn to send the ball into the stands as another promising attack met a disappointing end. De Bruyne's pleas for a penalty after a suspected handball were rejected by referee Danny Makkelie, but the official awarded one to Sporting soon after when Politano tripped Maximiliano Araújo. It was a rash challenge that saw Politano stick his leg out and Napoli were punished when Suárez drilled the spot-kick low and to the right, notching his club's 100th Champions League goal."
Rasmus Højlund scored two goals for Napoli, both assisted by Kevin De Bruyne, to secure a 2-1 Champions League win over Sporting at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Napoli controlled large periods of the match and found the opener in the 36th minute after defending a sustained Sporting attack and releasing De Bruyne, who created the chance. Matteo Politano provoked a save and later gave away a penalty after tripping Maximiliano Araújo; Luis Suárez converted the spot-kick, marking Sporting's resurgence and his club's 100th Champions League goal. Sporting threatened late but Napoli held on.
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