CREMONA, Italy, Dec 28 (Reuters) - Rasmus ‌Hojlund struck twice as Napoli claimed an authoritative 2-0 victory away ‌to Cremonese on Sunday to stay firmly in the hunt ‌at the top of Serie A.

AC Milan lead the standings with 35 points after a 3-0 win over Hellas Verona earlier in the day, with Napoli close behind just one point ‍adrift. Third-placed Inter Milan, on 33 points, can ‍claim top spot later on ‌Sunday if they beat Atalanta.