Rasmus Hojlund scores for Denmark and adopts the ‘siuuum’ celebration
Napoli striker Rasmus Hojlund scored for Denmark, celebrating with Cristiano Ronaldo’s signature gesture while Rafael Leao experienced a difficult outing wearing Ronaldo’s iconic number 7 shirt, according to Calciomercato and Corriere dello Sport reports.
How Hojlund Answered Club Struggles with International Form
The 23-year-old Copenhagen native found the net against Portugal, correcting an earlier missed opportunity before driving home the ball that temporarily tied the match 2–2, as reported by napoli.repubblica.it.
Contasting Output in Serie A and International Fixtures
Statistical tracking from Napoli’s opening stretch of the 2026–27 campaign highlights a distinct tactical disconnect for the Danish international. In league fixtures against Fiorentina, Genoa, and Inter, Hojlund recorded only two touches inside the opposing penalty box per match, dropping to three against Como and a single touch against Arsenal, according to napoli.repubblica.it. Only during a fixture against Bologna did his penalty-box involvement rise to six touches. In contrast, his predatory instincts surfaced immediately upon joining the national team, where he capitalized on his movement inside the eighteen-yard box to secure his second international goal of the autumn schedule following earlier scoring output against Como and Inter at club level.
Tactical Adjustments Awaiting Napoli at Castel Volturno
While Hojlund remains away on international duty for an extended four-match block of fixtures with Denmark, manager Max Allegri and his coaching staff have utilized the September international window at the Castel Volturno Training Center to refine the team’s buildup play. Napoli sources noted that Brazilian winger Neres has returned to full training alongside midfielder Scott McTominay, who continued his recovery work in the club gymnasium before the squad took a three-day break ahead of a scheduled friendly match against Alessandro Nesta’s Avellino.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hojlund and Napoli
How many goals has Rasmus Hojlund scored this season for Napoli?
Hojlund has netted two goals in Serie A fixtures for Napoli so far, scoring from distance against Como and Inter Milan.
Why was Hojlund substituted during the match against Fiorentina?
Manager Max Allegri removed the striker before the 60-minute mark after he was largely neutralized by Fiorentina defender Radu Dragusin, managing just two touches inside the penalty area.
When does Napoli return to competitive action?
Napoli resumes its domestic and European schedule following the conclusion of the September international break and an upcoming training friendly against Avellino.
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