Napoli, McTominay and Højlund: personal derby feel against City | OneFootball

The Champions League match against Manchester City will hold special significance for Scott McTominay and Rasmus Hojlund. The two Napoli players, in fact, share a common past at Manchester United and will experience the encounter as a true derby, with emotions running beyond the 90 minutes. This was highlighted by the English tabloid The Sun, which pointed out how many Red Devils fans still cannot explain the transformation of the two former teammates.

From Manchester United to the Azzurri revival with Conte: the rebirth of McTominay and Hojlund

At Old Trafford, McTominay and Hojlund were often at the center of criticism. In Naples, however, they found an ideal environment to relaunch themselves, becoming key players in Antonio Conte's lineup. The Scottish midfielder has gained personality and charisma, establishing himself as a reference point in the midfield and providing balance to the team, so much so that he led them to win the championship last season. Hojlund, for his part, regained confidence and effectiveness in front of goal during the away match in Florence, showcasing qualities that often went unexpressed in England. For both, the game against City will not just be a stop in Napoli's European journey, but also an opportunity to demonstrate their growth and maturity on the English stage. A personal and sporting revenge, which makes an already highly anticipated and meaningful match even more fascinating.

Andrea Alati

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