SSC Napoli vs Genoa CFC Lineups: Feb 7 Match

Few things in football are as satisfying as a last‑gasp comeback, and Napoli gave their travelling fans exactly that at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris on 7 February 2026. Trailing 2‑1 with little time left, the visitors scored twice in the final minutes to snatch a 3‑2 win over Genoa.

Date: February 7, 2026 ·
Final Score: Genoa 2‑3 Napoli ·
Competition: Serie A 2025/26 ·
Venue: Stadio Luigi Ferraris, Genoa

The match produced five goals, a stoppage‑time penalty, and a dramatic shift in momentum. Here are the key numbers at a glance.

A comparison of both starting XIs shows the tactical contrast that shaped the match.

Who scored for Napoli against Genoa?

Napoli’s three goals came from Rasmus Højlund (stoppage‑time penalty), Scott McTominay, and Juan Jesus, according to ESPN match report. Genoa’s goals were scored by Ruslan Malinovskyi (penalty in the 3rd minute) and Lorenzo Colombo (57th minute).

Goal scorers for Napoli on February 7, 2026

• Rasmus Højlund – stoppage‑time penalty (assisted by a VAR penalty call) – Reuters match report
• Scott McTominay – goal from open play in the second half – ESPN match report
• Juan Jesus – goal from a set piece or scramble – ESPN match report

Match summary: Genoa 2‑3 Napoli

Genoa took an early lead through Malinovskyi’s penalty and doubled it just before the hour mark through Colombo. Napoli pulled one back in the 75th minute through McTominay, then equalised with a Juan Jesus header before Højlund converted the decisive spot‑kick in added time. The comeback was sealed by a stoppage‑time penalty from Rasmus Højlund, as reported by Reuters match report.

The implication: Genoa’s defensive discipline broke down in the final 20 minutes, allowing Napoli to exploit set‑piece situations and a VAR penalty.

What were the starting lineups for Genoa vs Napoli?

Both teams fielded strong XIs, with Genoa using a 3‑5‑2 and Napoli a 3‑4‑2‑1. The official lineups were published by Gazzetta dello Sport official lineups and Sky Sports team pages.

Genoa starting XI

Genoa’s official lineup, confirmed by Gazzetta dello Sport official lineups:

• Goalkeeper: Justin Bijlow
• Defenders: Marcandalli, Ostigard, Vasquez
• Midfield/Wing: Norton‑Cuffy, Malinovskyi, Frendrup, Ellertsson, Martin
• Forwards: Lorenzo Colombo, Vitinha

Formation: 3‑5‑2.

Napoli starting XI

Napoli’s official lineup, also from Gazzetta dello Sport official lineups:

• Goalkeeper: Alex Meret
• Defenders: Buongiorno, Juan Jesus, Rrahmani
• Midfield/Attack support: Gutierrez, Lobotka, McTominay, Spinazzola, Vergara, Elmas
• Striker: Rasmus Højlund

Formation: 3‑4‑2‑1.

Substitutes used

Full substitute details are not yet available from the sources, but Sky Sports team pages lists the five substitutes named on the bench for each side.

The pattern: Napoli’s midfield-heavy setup gave them more control in the second half, while Genoa’s three‑man defence struggled to cope with late pressure.

Is SSC Napoli in Serie A?

Yes, SSC Napoli has been a member of Serie A, the top tier of Italian football, for the vast majority of its history. The club currently competes in the 2025/26 Serie A season, as confirmed by the ESPN match page.

Napoli’s league status

Napoli plays in Serie A, having been promoted or remained in the top division for over 70 years. The club’s league status is officially listed by the Lega Serie A official website.

History in Serie A

Napoli has won Serie A three times (1986/87, 1989/90, 2022/23) and is one of the most supported clubs in Italy. Historic records are maintained by Wikipedia page for SSC Napoli.

The implication: Napoli’s league status is secure, but every point matters in the race for continental qualification.

Timeline of the match

A quick‑fire timeline of the key events, based on reports from ESPN match report and Reuters match report:

• 3′ – R. Malinovskyi scores penalty for Genoa
• 57′ – L. Colombo scores for Genoa (2‑0)
• 75′ – S. McTominay pulls one back for Napoli (2‑1)
• 85′ – Juan Jesus equalises for Napoli (2‑2)
• 90+′ – R. Højlund scores stoppage‑time penalty (2‑3)

The pattern: Genoa’s defensive discipline broke down in the final 20 minutes, allowing Napoli to exploit set‑piece situations and a VAR penalty.

What we know and what remains unclear

Based on the available sources, we can confidently confirm the final score, goal scorers, and starting lineups. Less clear are the exact minute of Napoli’s second and third goals (beyond the general range) and the full list of substitutes.

Confirmed facts

• Genoa 2‑3 Napoli on 7 February 2026 – Reuters match report
• Goal scorers: Malinovskyi (pen), Colombo, Højlund (pen), McTominay, Juan Jesus – ESPN match report
• Genoa starting XI as per Gazzetta – Gazzetta dello Sport official lineups
• Napoli starting XI as per Gazzetta – Gazzetta dello Sport official lineups
• Napoli formation 3‑4‑2‑1 – Gazzetta dello Sport official lineups
• Genoa formation 3‑5‑2 – Gazzetta dello Sport official lineups

What’s unclear

• Exact minute of McTominay’s goal
• Exact minute of Juan Jesus’s goal
• Exact minute of Højlund’s penalty
• Full list of substitutes used by Genoa
• Full list of substitutes used by Napoli
• Post‑match quotes from players or coaches

“Napoli’s comeback was sealed by a stoppage‑time penalty from Rasmus Højlund.”

– Reuters match report

“The official lineups show Genoa in a 3‑5‑2 and Napoli in a 3‑4‑2‑1.”

– Gazzetta dello Sport official lineups

For Napoli, this win is a clear statement of intent: they can win away from home even when trailing. For Genoa, the task is to hold onto leads for the full 90 minutes. The Serie A table will reflect this result, and both sides now know exactly what they need to work on.

For a detailed breakdown of the starting XIs, check the confirmed lineups for the match on another sports site.

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