Antonio Conte has extra motivation for Napoli to beat Cagliari this evening and explains why Romelu Lukaku is given his first start for the club. ‘He is an important player for us.’It kicks off

Napoli might have a new hero in Romelu Lukaku. The former Chelsea forward set up two goals and also scored as Napoli won 4-0 at Cagliari for its third straight victory in the Italian league. Defending champion Inter Milan will be aiming to keep its unbeaten record intact when it visits nearby Monza later Sunday.

Napoli coach Antonio Conte heaped praise on Romelu Lukaku for his performance in Sunday’s victory at Cagliari and said the striker was essential to the club's hopes of success this season. The Belgian joined Napoli after former Inter Milan and Chelsea manager Conte identified him as a key target in the transfer window.