De Bruyne’s Frustration: Napoli Star Unhappy with Substitution Against Milan

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Napoli`s star midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne, openly showed his frustration when he was substituted during the second half of Sunday`s away match against AC Milan. The former Manchester City player was taken off by Napoli coach Antonio Conte in the 73rd minute of the game, which the Partenopei ultimately lost 2-1 to Milan.

Kevin De Bruyne scores a penalty goal during the Serie A match between AC Milan and SSC Napoli
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 28: Kevin De Bruyne of Napoli scores a penalty goal during the Serie A match between AC Milan and SSC Napoli at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

De Bruyne had successfully converted a penalty approximately ten minutes before his removal, yet Conte chose to replace him with more than twenty minutes still left to play at San Siro. The Belgian swiftly exited the pitch, seemingly to avoid wasting time, but notably did not shake hands with Conte following the substitution, proceeding directly to the bench.

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