Kevin De Bruyne wasted no time making his mark in Italy, scoring on his Serie A debut to help Napoli to a 2-0 win over newly promoted Sassuolo in the opening round of the 2025/26 campaign.
The Belgian midfielder doubled his side’s advantage in the 67th minute with a trademark finish, opening his account in the calcio and instantly justifying the club’s investment.
Scott McTominay had earlier put the champions ahead in the 17th minute, setting the stage for De Bruyne’s big moment at the Mapei Stadium – Città del Tricolore.
For Napoli, the goal was a statement. After securing last season’s Scudetto in dramatic fashion, Antonio Conte’s men are looking to cement their dominance with a third league crown in four years.
De Bruyne’s arrival was seen as the club’s most ambitious move of the summer, and his debut strike signals intent from both player and team.
The champions entered the new season brimming with confidence after three straight preseason wins, though they were without star striker Romelu Lukaku, who remains sidelined with a serious thigh injury.
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