Kevin De Bruyne shines in Naples but goes head-to-head with Di Lorenzo
On August 30, 2026, Kevin De Bruyne delivered a complete performance for SSC Napoli in the Serie A match against Como 1907 at the Diego Armando Maradona stadium in Naples, Italy, despite his team's defeat and showed his ambition.
Brilliant performance in Naples
Italian media named De Bruyne the best player in Naples on the pitch, highlighting his precise passes and dangerous shots. The Italian football press, in particular, praised his sacrifice and talent. The Belgian Red Devil demonstrated that he is still hungry.
Tension with captain Di Lorenzo
In the 21st minute, Kevin De Bruyne (KDB) got into a dispute with his captain Di Lorenzo, the two men exchanging large visible gestures. Di Lorenzo then downplayed the incident, stating “it’s a moment of nervousness, it happens, it’s normal”. Di is often used as a prefix in Italian names.
Mikel Arteta, after the match, said that De Bruyne was one of his favourite players of all time, recalling the four years they spent together at Manchester City. “If a player in Naples is among my favourites, it’s Kevin De Bruyne,” he affirmed. Only Belgium!
Sosa reveals why De Bruyne remains at odds with Conte in Naples
In an interview broadcast on Amazon, the player talked about his relationship with the coach, stating that they speak Italian and have a good feeling. “We want to build something great here,” De Bruyne affirmed. The interview was cited by Gilles Joinau, editor of the DH newspaper, S+. Published on 10-09-2026 at 09h01 and updated on 10-09-2026 at 09h44.
This defeat marks the third consecutive loss for the Neapolitans, morale not at its highest, according to Di Lorenzo. “We are committed to turning the situation around,” he added. The next challenge will be against Bologna on Sunday evening, a decisive match to revive the season.
If Kevin De Bruyne continues to combine high‑level performances and determination, he could become the pillar of the Neapolitan resurgence in Serie A. On the supporters’ side, hope is growing.