Napoli secured another important Serie A victory, edging Genoa 2-1 at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, and once again it was Rasmus Højlund who delivered at a decisive moment. The Danish forward, who arrived from Manchester United during the summer transfer window, found the net and continued his impressive run under Antonio Conte.
Speaking after the match to both DAZN and Sky Sport, Højlund reflected on his evolving role in the team and the growing sense of confidence he has built since joining the Partenopei. “I don’t think I’ve changed much,” he told DAZN, with his remarks reported by IlNapolista. “I’m just doing my job, working day by day to give my best and bring something to the team.”
Højlund’s performances have increasingly made him a central figure in Conte’s attacking setup, and his contributions are proving decisive as Napoli continue to grind out results at home.
Conte’s sideline instructions
A notable moment during the game came when Conte, standing on the touchline, signaled energetically toward his striker. Højlund later shed light on the exchange, explaining that his coach had sensed fatigue creeping in. “He saw I was a bit tired and told me to use my head,” he revealed. “He needed that from me—a bit of clarity to refresh myself and keep playing.”
Conte’s in-game management has been a hallmark of Napoli’s recent run, and this brief interaction underlined the coach’s constant involvement in shaping his team’s approach on the pitch. For Højlund, it was also a reminder of the tactical awareness and mental sharpness Conte demands from his players, even in the later stages of matches.
“Three points matter most”
After a demanding stretch of fixtures, Napoli’s resilience was put to the test once again. Speaking to Sky Sport, Højlund praised the team’s ability to deliver results despite the physical and mental strain. “Winning twice in a week at the Maradona is huge,” he said. “Maybe today wasn’t our best performance, but taking all three points was the most important thing.”
The result capped off a successful week for Napoli, who have managed to maintain their momentum through a challenging run of games. Højlund’s growing influence in attack, coupled with Conte’s hands-on leadership, has been central to the team’s recent success.
