Napoli and AS Roma played out an entertaining 2-2 draw at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on February 16, 2026, in a Serie A fixture full of attacking quality. The shared points did little to help either side's push for a Champions League spot, leaving both teams wanting more. Napoli took the lead early, capitalizing on a defensive error, but Roma hit back before halftime to level the score. The second half saw the visitors from the capital take the lead against the run of play, only for Napoli to find a late equalizer to salvage a point. The match featured end-to-end action, with both goalkeepers making crucial saves to keep the scoreline level. The draw meant both teams lost ground on the top four, with the race for European qualification becoming even tighter. Napoli's coach expressed frustration at dropped points at home, while Roma's manager was pleased with his team's resilience. The starting lineups featured the attacking talents of both clubs in a match that lived up to its billing.