Napoli maintained their lead in Serie A with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Empoli, thanks to a second-half penalty from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Manager Antonio Conte's tactical changes, including substitutions of Romelu Lukaku and Leonardo Spinazzola, were credited with turning the game around after a disappointing first half where Napoli struggled to create chances. Conte expressed satisfaction with his team's response in the second half, highlighting the importance of learning from their previous performances, including a 3-0 defeat in his debut match. The victory marked Empoli's second consecutive loss, while Napoli has now won six of their last seven Serie A matches. Despite the win, Conte remains cautious about the team’s progress, emphasizing they are still a 'work in progress'. Napoli's next challenge will be against Lecce at the Stadio Maradona.