It only clinched 14 points out of 34 matches, despite having the services of several experienced Serie A players.

Given the disastrous form of the team, Claudio Bellucci's ten goals were impressive, while thought top scorer Igor Protti was one of the largest disappointments of the entire series.

The lack of defensive skills cost Napoli many points, and more than two goals were conceded on average.

Only eight years following Napoli's second title, the club seemed to be in terminal decline, with hard work being needed to return to the top domestic league.

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