Jonathan Rowe, a former Olympique de Marseille player, scored a dramatic late goal to secure a 3-2 victory for Bologna over Napoli in Serie A on Saturday. The match, while lacking direct implications for Bologna’s season, proved costly for Napoli in their pursuit of a second-place finish.
Bernadeschi opened the scoring for Bologna in the 10th minute, followed by a penalty converted by Orsolini in the 34th. Napoli responded after halftime with goals from Di Lorenzo in the 45th minute and Alisson Santos in the 48th, briefly leveling the score. However, Rowe’s 91st-minute strike sealed the win for the visitors.
Rowe’s journey to this moment is notable, particularly for Marseille supporters who may reflect on what might have been had he remained with the club. He has quickly become a key player for Bologna since his transfer, demonstrating his ability to impact games with crucial goals. The goal against Napoli showcased his finishing ability and has been widely praised in French football media, with DAZN France highlighting the “acrobatic” nature of the strike.
The result leaves Napoli with only a two-point advantage over Juventus in the race for second place, and a three-point lead over both Milan and Roma. This setback comes after a recent Supercoppa Italiana victory for Napoli, and follows criticism of the team from manager Antonio Conte after previous defeats. The club’s form has been inconsistent, mirroring a pattern of alternating strong and weak seasons.
