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European wrap: McTominay on target in Napoli stroll
McTominay’s first goals since heart surgery helped Napoli earn their first Champions League points and ease pressure on coach Max Allegri.
- On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, Napoli secured their first Champions League points of the season in a 4-3 victory over Bodo/Glimt at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium.
- Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay netted twice in his second start since returning from a heart procedure in September, easing pressure on Napoli head coach Max Allegri.
- After Matteo Politano's first-minute opener, the visitors leveled twice before McTominay's 75th-minute header and an 88th-minute own goal by Bodo defender Odin Bjortuft sealed the result.
- This victory provides Napoli their first points after opening the campaign with defeats against Arsenal and Villarreal while playing without their talismanic midfielder.
- McTominay emphasized the need to improve after the match, stating, "I have to get better," while noting his ongoing fitness program is key to reaching top level.
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