The Diego Armando Maradona Stadium is preparing to welcome the Spanish star Pedro Rodríguez in an extraordinary atmosphere, as he and his team Lazio visit Napoli.

The fans of the southern team consider Pedro an "additional hero" in the league title achieved last season, even though he didn't wear the blue jersey, thanks to his decisive goal that directly impacted the title race.

The pivotal moment dates back to May 18, when Pedro scored a brace for Lazio against Inter Milan at San Siro, ending the match in a 2-2 draw. His last-minute penalty goal denied Inter the victory, giving Napoli a crucial advantage in the final stretch of the race for the "Scudetto," which was later won by coach Antonio Conte's team.

Since that moment, Pedro became a favorite among Napoli fans, who celebrated him during the championship festivities and chanted his name to the tune of the famous Raffaella Carrà song "Pedro."

The matter did not stop at the chants; it extended to immortalizing his image through a small statue in the famous Christmas traditions on San Gregorio Armeno Street, where his figurine became highly popular among fans.

Pedro, who will turn 39 next July, announced his impending retirement at the end of the season, bringing an end to a career filled with achievements, having won 25 titles.

As his final appearance in "Maradona" approaches, Napoli fans are preparing to honor him in a manner befitting a player who had an indirect yet impactful role in writing one of the most beautiful chapters in the club's history.