The goals by McTominay and Lukaku unleashed a wave of emotions in Naples, culminating in the local team's victory that secured its fourth Scudetto in a closely contested season. With the victory over Cagliari, Napoli sealed the championship by a narrow margin of one point ahead of Inter Milan, which also won its match against Como. The celebration took to the streets in an outburst of carnival-like joy, marked by fireworks and an ardent crowd, symbolizing not only a football victory but also a social claim from Southern Italy. For the fourth time, the Scudetto stays with the Neapolitan team, in a city where football transcends sport, symbolizing identity and pride.
The celebration, however, was not without incidents. The police reported numerous injuries, mainly from burns and excessive alcohol consumption, and there were several arrests, although the number of robberies and assaults was relatively low, according to authorities. The statements by the Senate vice president, Gian Marco Centinaio, sparked controversy by criticizing what happened, suggesting that the euphoria could have led to a greater loss of control had the home team not won. However, the mayor of Naples defended the overall conduct, stating that the city set a civilized example during the festivities, highlighting the growth and pride of being Neapolitans. The party continues as planned until Monday, when a tour of the city with the players will take place.
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