Frank Pilla joins Joe Fischetti to review Napoli’s first ever victory in the new Champions League format - 2-1 win over Sporting Lisbon, including:

• Kevin De Bruyne putting an end to all the drama with two brilliant assists


• Rasmus Højlund solidifying his place as the starting striker in the absence of Romelu Lukaku


• Leonardo Spinazzola becoming more and more important for Napoli, covering for the suspended Giovanni Di Lorenzo at right back


• An abundance of soft fouls called against Napoli by match official Danny Makkelie, including the penalty kick


• Some positive indications, including: a more direct, efficient and clinical attack; positive contributions from bench players like Neres, Lang and Gilmour; and a new and improved mentality.

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