Benfica take note, Antonio Conte vents about Napoli: We need a rest | OneFootball

Antonio Conte warned that the team needs to rest. In the aftermath of the match against Juventus — where David Neres was the standout player — the Italian coach made a point of addressing the upcoming clash against Benfica, stating that he is proud of his players' work, despite the heavy fatigue of recent days.

Speaking to the Italian press at the end of the match against the vecchia signora, the Napoli coach did not hide his satisfaction with the result. “These players were extraordinary. I feel proud and I am increasingly impressed with these boys,” began Antonio Conte.

“Now we need to rest, as we have only two days before the game in Portugal, against Benfica, for the Champions League,” said the coach of the Italian team, explaining that it is necessary to recover the squad physically for a match of the highest demands.

“We have to prepare ourselves in the best possible way, but these boys need to recover because it will be a very intense duel,” added the Italian champion, warning of the difficulties they will face at Estádio da Luz, against José Mourinho’s team.

It is worth remembering that Benfica and Napoli are set to meet next Wednesday, December 10, at Estádio da Luz, with kickoff scheduled for 8:00 p.m.

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