ROME, Nov 30 : Napoli thwarted AS Roma's attempt to reclaim first place in the Serie A standings with a 1-0 win at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday, where David Neres' goal moved the defending champions level on points with AC Milan at the summit.

Milan, who defeated Lazio 1-0 on Saturday, are on 28 points, ahead of Napoli on goal difference, with Roma one point behind in fourth spot level with third-placed Inter Milan.

The first half was a frantic, end-to-end affair, and just when the hosts looked to be gaining control, a quick Napoli counter led to Neres scoring the opening goal nine minutes before the break.

Roma huffed and puffed all through the second half but never really troubled the Napoli keeper and Antonio Conte's side earned back-to-back wins in a title race with little margin f

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