Serie A giants Napoli were held to a 1-1 draw by Serie C side US Casertana 1908 in an International Club Friendly on August 4, 2025. The match, played at 16:00, served as a preseason test for Napoli's squad, but the result will be seen as a minor surprise given the vast difference in divisions between the two Italian clubs. Napoli, likely fielding a mix of first-team and fringe players, opened the scoring but were pegged back by a determined Casertana side. The lower-league team's equalizer would have been a memorable moment for their players and fans, showcasing their competitive spirit. For Napoli's manager, the draw highlights the need for further sharpness before the league season begins. These friendly matches are less about the final score and more about building fitness and assessing player combinations.