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Dries Mertens put on a spectacular show against Cagliari, scoring a hat-trick that has the potential to instill fear in any team they face in the Champions League competition. This impressive performance came after a dry spell in Serie A since October 26, 2020, against Empoli.
The match, which took place on January 20, 2021, saw Mertens unleash havoc in Porto's defense with an assist and a goal, marking his first goal of the 2020/2021 Serie A season. His hat-trick was reported by Il Corriere dello Sport.
Mertens' new role in the team was tailored by coach Sarri due to Milik's injury and Gabbiadini's lackluster performances. The Belgian striker expressed his satisfaction with the team's performance and the way they won the Champions League match against Cagliari.
The team managed to stay focused and never lost focus during the match, resulting in a well-deserved victory. This win, following their victory against Benfica, marks two consecutive wins for Napoli in the Champions League.
Mertens' hat-trick has boosted the team's confidence ahead of the Champions League draw, with the team and their star striker expressing a desire to go far in the competition. Mertens himself has scored a total of 11 goals this season, both in Serie A and the Champions League.
After the match, Mertens spoke about the team's performance and the importance of winning after the victory against Benfica. He expressed his satisfaction with the team's focus and determination during the Champions League match against Cagliari.
The team's victory against Cagliari has not only boosted their confidence but also indicated that Mertens can potentially scare any team in the Champions League competition. With Mertens in top form, Napoli looks ready to take on any challenge in the Champions League.
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