SSC Napoli vs BVB 09

[El Pibe D'Oro]

Superb three points at Home last night for us.

Game ebbed and flowed in the first half, heaps of little fouls by both teams, Napoli scored a great header - Higuain (Cavani who..) is the pure Number 9, classic poacher. He was outstanding, Weidenfeller then sent off, no questions or complaints, handball outside the area to allow Aussie GK Langerak to play half a game and now probably the next one as well.

Second half all Napoli with the local boy and Wunderkind Insigne scoring an absolutely magic FK, nothing Langerak could do, all Napoli until the last 5 mins when an own goal was followed by a few minutes of pressure, but all in all well deserved victory.

if we can get 9 points at home we will go close to going through.

Insigne and Higuain outstanding, Hamsik quiet but someone else has to step up and do the job instead of him for a change. Inler was allowed to dictate the tempo with the extra man.

FORZA RAGAZZI

[PDog]

insigne is a freak. there will be some HUGE bids for him in the next year or so, even less.

[Derek]

Yet to see any of this game, despite being at home, still a very good result for Napoli.

This is going to be a very tight group.

Go the Gunners

[El Pibe D'Oro]

Already was from Sunderland - 8 million or something rubbish.

he is born and bred in the City and came up thru the youth system. Certainly wont be an Italian club if he did move.

[PDog]

Already was from Sunderland - 8 million or something rubbish.

he is born and bred in the City and came up thru the youth system. Certainly wont be an Italian club if he did move.

8 million isn't huge in comparison to a lot of recent deals, i mean upwards of 20.

[getborn]

Reportedly this cost Langerak a couple of teeth.

Lorenzo il Magnifico
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNsPTZxendM

#forzanapoli

[bapa]

Reportedly this cost Langerak a couple of teeth.

Lorenzo il Magnifico
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNsPTZxendM

#forzanapoli

Great Free Kick from the little master.
Mitch didnt look to happy after colliding with the goal post

however, my pick of the night; Klopp spitting the dummy at the 4th official!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VCF1KM4bPE

[The Kop]

Not bad in cup competitions that Rafa...

[Con M]

Reportedly this cost Langerak a couple of teeth.

Lorenzo il Magnifico
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNsPTZxendM

#forzanapoli

Great Free Kick from the little master.
Mitch didnt look to happy after colliding with the goal post

however, my pick of the night; Klopp spitting the dummy at the 4th official!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VCF1KM4bPE

Was channel-surfing between this game and Arsenal's and just caught Insigne's free-kick. What a beauty! Luckily Langerak didn't sustain a serious head injury against the post diving to save that one although he did lose his two front teeth. Very brave to continue on and make some good saves with his side down to 10 men.
The Socceroo deputy should be able to start as goalie in the game versus Marseilles.

The next Group F game with table-toppers Arsenal & Napoli @ the Emirates on 1/10/13 should be a ripper.

Arsenal 6 victories in a row since the Villa hiccup. Flamini, Wilshere, Ramsey & Ozil a fluid, creative midfield with Cazorla, Rosicky & Arteta eventually pushing for selection too.

[bapa]

Reportedly this cost Langerak a couple of teeth.

Lorenzo il Magnifico
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNsPTZxendM

#forzanapoli

Great Free Kick from the little master.
Mitch didnt look to happy after colliding with the goal post

however, my pick of the night; Klopp spitting the dummy at the 4th official!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VCF1KM4bPE

Was channel-surfing between this game and Arsenal's and just caught Insigne's free-kick. What a beauty! Luckily Langerak didn't sustain a serious head injury against the post diving to save that one although he did lose his two front teeth. Very brave to continue on and make some good saves with his side down to 10 men.
The Socceroo deputy should be able to start as goalie in the game versus Marseilles.

The next Group F game with table-toppers Arsenal & Napoli @ the Emirates on 1/10/13 should be a ripper.

Arsenal 6 victories in a row since the Villa hiccup. Flamini, Wilshere, Ramsey & Ozil a fluid, creative midfield with Cazorla, Rosicky & Arteta eventually pushing for selection too.

did u catch the atmosphere on tv at San Paolo??


60,000 plus chanting and creating alot of noise

[BAGGIO 15]

Fantastic result by Napoli against a quality side.

I didn't realise both Napoli goals were against 10 men.
For those who saw the game was Klopp justified to be complaining about not getting his player back on the park?
In a HL's package I saw it was mentioned that Klopp seemed to think it should of been a goal kick and that he wanted his player back on the park before the corner could be taken.
Any truth or was his rant unjustified? He really did lose it Do these do him justice .
That footage of his rant, then his apology as well as Insigne's free were great highlights for a neutral like myself.

[sacred_june (GrooveChild)]

I think Klopp was angry because his player had just received treatment for a cut above the eye, was allowed back onto the pitch (presumably by the 4th official), then told to leave the pitch again by the referee who wasn't satisfied with the bandaging. When he was off for the second time is when Napoli scored. That would pisss me off as a coach too

[Con M]

Lorenzo il Magnifico
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNsPTZxendM

#forzanapoli

Great Free Kick from the little master.
Mitch didnt look to happy after colliding with the goal post

however, my pick of the night; Klopp spitting the dummy at the 4th official!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VCF1KM4bPE

Was channel-surfing between this game and Arsenal's and just caught Insigne's free-kick. What a beauty! Luckily Langerak didn't sustain a serious head injury against the post diving to save that one although he did lose his two front teeth. Very brave to continue on and make some good saves with his side down to 10 men.
The Socceroo deputy should be able to start as goalie in the game versus Marseilles.

The next Group F game with table-toppers Arsenal & Napoli @ the Emirates on 1/10/13 should be a ripper.

Arsenal 6 victories in a row since the Villa hiccup. Flamini, Wilshere, Ramsey & Ozil a fluid, creative midfield with Cazorla, Rosicky & Arteta eventually pushing for selection too.

did u catch the atmosphere on tv at San Paolo??


60,000 plus chanting and creating alot of noise[/quote]

Certainly did bubu. Always admired that passion for the game at Neapoli. But can't help but wonder how much greater that atmosphere would have been if it was in a rectangular stadium like Juventus' new one or like the San Siro...

[bapa]

Was channel-surfing between this game and Arsenal's and just caught Insigne's free-kick. What a beauty! Luckily Langerak didn't sustain a serious head injury against the post diving to save that one although he did lose his two front teeth. Very brave to continue on and make some good saves with his side down to 10 men.
The Socceroo deputy should be able to start as goalie in the game versus Marseilles.

The next Group F game with table-toppers Arsenal & Napoli @ the Emirates on 1/10/13 should be a ripper.

Arsenal 6 victories in a row since the Villa hiccup. Flamini, Wilshere, Ramsey & Ozil a fluid, creative midfield with Cazorla, Rosicky & Arteta eventually pushing for selection too.

did u catch the atmosphere on tv at San Paolo??


60,000 plus chanting and creating alot of noise

Certainly did bubu. Always admired that passion for the game at Neapoli. But can't help but wonder how much greater that atmosphere would have been if it was in a rectangular stadium like Juventus' new one or like the San Siro...

Neapoli????

the reason is simple, this current stadium is for the safety of the travelling fans and players!

[The Kop]

Neapoli (meaning new city) was what the Greeks named the city when it was first colonised.
Don't forget that...



IMO Klopp should be banned for the rest of the grop stages for that hissy fit.
I admit I've had digs are refs in the past, but I'm struggling to think of a Sport where officials are less respected than in Football.

[El Pibe D'Oro]

Baggio, the first goal came against 11 men in the 29th Minute, send off was after 45.

[BAGGIO 15]

Baggio, the first goal came against 11 men in the 29th Minute, send off was after 45.

1 player was off receiving treatment.
A German guy I know told me he is their best player in the air as well.

11-1 =10

[El Matador CAVANI]

against 10, against 11, players off injured, whatever the scenario, Napoli outplayed Dortmund simple as that

big big statement this match was. not only the result but how we played as well.

I don't think we're the surprise anymore for the people that know.

[El Pibe D'Oro]

Baggio, the first goal came against 11 men in the 29th Minute, send off was after 45.

1 player was off receiving treatment.
A German guy I know told me he is their best player in the air as well.

11-1 =10

Actually if you go back and watch properly, Subotic is on the ground when the goal is scored.

Wow a german guy told you, he must be 100% correct then.... because he izzz German

[Juventino]

Impressed by Napoli - that was their first true test of the season and they came through quite well.

[BAGGIO 15]

Baggio, the first goal came against 11 men in the 29th Minute, send off was after 45.

1 player was off receiving treatment.
A German guy I know told me he is their best player in the air as well.

11-1 =10

Actually if you go back and watch properly, Subotic is on the ground when the goal is scored.

Wow a german guy told you, he must be 100% correct then.... because he izzz German

Check my FB feed, a few people seem to think this was the case.

[born slippy]

1 player was off receiving treatment.
A German guy I know told me he is their best player in the air as well.

11-1 =10

Watch the replay carefully. Subotic (Number 4), sprints back onto the pitch and is tightly marking Britos before the cross even comes in, then it sails over both Britos and Subotic to a poorly marked Higuain.

[getborn]

Fantastic result by Napoli against a quality side.

I didn't realise both Napoli goals were against 10 men.
For those who saw the game was Klopp justified to be complaining about not getting his player back on the park?
In a HL's package I saw it was mentioned that Klopp seemed to think it should of been a goal kick and that he wanted his player back on the park before the corner could be taken.
Any truth or was his rant unjustified? He really did lose it Do these do him justice .
That footage of his rant, then his apology as well as Insigne's free were great highlights for a neutral like myself.

I thought Napoli's goals were against 9, not 10, let alone 11.
Klopp was unfairly dealt with, had complete control of his emotions.
Napoli shouldn't have been allowed to take the corner quickly, laws of the game state you must wait for all the opposition to indicate they are ready to recommence.
Insigne's free kick was a fluke.
Your a neutral my arse.

9 times for good measure.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXROcBwRf2E

[getborn]

[Kim Kallstrom]

I thought that the first goal was a little harsh on Dortmund, their defence wasn't set up to defend the corner as Subotic was still running into the box as the ball was played.

[Napoli]

Subotic was actually in the box and missed the ball (went over his head) when first goal was scored. So dont know what everyone is complaining about.
Watch the game before commenting.

You actually see him sprinting from the sideline and gets into position when the ball was crossed in

[Trezegoal #17]

Fantastic result by Napoli against a quality side.

I didn't realise both Napoli goals were against 10 men.
For those who saw the game was Klopp justified to be complaining about not getting his player back on the park?
In a HL's package I saw it was mentioned that Klopp seemed to think it should of been a goal kick and that he wanted his player back on the park before the corner could be taken.
Any truth or was his rant unjustified? He really did lose it Do these do him justice .
That footage of his rant, then his apology as well as Insigne's free were great highlights for a neutral like myself.

I thought Napoli's goals were against 9, not 10, let alone 11.
Klopp was unfairly dealt with, had complete control of his emotions.
Napoli shouldn't have been allowed to take the corner quickly, laws of the game state you must wait for all the opposition to indicate they are ready to recommence.
Insigne's free kick was a fluke.

Your a neutral my arse.

9 times for good measure.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXROcBwRf2E

You wouldn't be taking a stab at Baggio would you. I'm pretty sure he was asking the question of people who watched the game in full, whether or not Klopps rant was justified, he also mentioned that it was the comments of the HL package that said that Klopp wanted the player on before the cross.

I cant read anywhere in his post that indicates he believes a team should wait to take a set piece until the other team is ready or that Insignes goal was nothing short of brilliant. Maybe you are being a little bit precious.

Great win for Napoli regardless of the circumstances, just a shame that Juve didn't have their shooting boots on, otherwise would have been an even better first round for the Italian teams.

[BAGGIO 15]

1 player was off receiving treatment.
A German guy I know told me he is their best player in the air as well.

11-1 =10

Watch the replay carefully. Subotic (Number 4), sprints back onto the pitch and is tightly marking Britos before the cross even comes in, then it sails over both Britos and Subotic to a poorly marked Higuain.

I stand corrected.

[BAGGIO 15]

Fantastic result by Napoli against a quality side.

I didn't realise both Napoli goals were against 10 men.
For those who saw the game was Klopp justified to be complaining about not getting his player back on the park?
In a HL's package I saw it was mentioned that Klopp seemed to think it should of been a goal kick and that he wanted his player back on the park before the corner could be taken.
Any truth or was his rant unjustified? He really did lose it Do these do him justice .
That footage of his rant, then his apology as well as Insigne's free were great highlights for a neutral like myself.

I thought Napoli's goals were against 9, not 10, let alone 11.
Klopp was unfairly dealt with, had complete control of his emotions.
Napoli shouldn't have been allowed to take the corner quickly, laws of the game state you must wait for all the opposition to indicate they are ready to recommence.
Insigne's free kick was a fluke.

Your a neutral my arse.

9 times for good measure.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXROcBwRf2E

You wouldn't be taking a stab at Baggio would you. I'm pretty sure he was asking the question of people who watched the game in full, whether or not Klopps rant was justified, he also mentioned that it was the comments of the HL package that said that Klopp wanted the player on before the cross.

I cant read anywhere in his post that indicates he believes a team should wait to take a set piece until the other team is ready or that Insignes goal was nothing short of brilliant. Maybe you are being a little bit precious.

Great win for Napoli regardless of the circumstances, just a shame that Juve didn't have their shooting boots on, otherwise would have been an even better first round for the Italian teams.

You will sadly get this type of response from Getborn so I pay little attention to his comments.
I actually had a good laugh and wasn't going to comment, until I read Trez's response.
You are correct, I was asking questions, but some just get a little too excited.

[bapa]

either way, it was a great result not only for Napoli, but for Serie A in general.
A strong performance from all 3 teams in europe is whats needed