Napoli defeat Aris Thessaloniki 6-2 in preseason friendly

Napoli concluded their summer preseason training with a dominant 6-2 victory over Aris Thessaloniki in a friendly match held at Castel di Sangro. The match showcased significant tactical flexibility from manager Massimiliano Allegri, who transitioned between 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, and 3-4-2-1 formations during the contest.

Kevin De Bruyne was the standout performer, scoring two goals after entering the game in the second half. Lorenzo Lucca also secured a brace, helping to solidify the large margin of victory. Other scorers included Amadou Onana and Scott McTominay, while Uros Racic scored for Aris Thessaloniki.

Despite the high scoreline, the match provided a rigorous test for both sides. Aris Thessaloniki showed resilience in the first half, maintaining a competitive scoreline before conceding multiple goals in the second half as Napoli increased their intensity. The match also saw Antonio Vergara leave the pitch early due to a tibia injury, though his condition is not expected to be serious.