Napoli, 15 Conte masterstrokes: record European run and top spot to defend | OneFootball

Since last March, no one has done better in the top 5 leagues: 15 consecutive positive results between Serie A and the championship

Napoli, 15 gems of Conte: record streak in Europe and a lead to defend

The defeat in Manchester against City, which came at the Champions League debut after 555 days of absence from European competitions, did not break Napoli's positive streak under Antonio Conte.

In fact, the English loss remains an isolated incident, a mishap influenced by Di Lorenzo's expulsion in the 20th minute, which does not erase the record numbers of the Azzurri.

Napoli, European record: 15 consecutive positive results

Since March 1, 2025, with the 1-1 against Inter, Napoli has not known defeat in Serie A: a series worth 15 consecutive positive results (10 wins and 5 draws), 12 of which were in the last championship – culminating in the title – and 3 in the current tournament. No other team in the five major European leagues can boast such a long ongoing streak.

The last defeat in the league dates back to February 23, 2025, against Como: 211 days without losing, a record that certifies the solidity and continuity of the group led by Conte.

Pisa and Milan: two crucial tests

On Monday night, against Pisa at the Maradona, Napoli can achieve the 16th consecutive positive result and the third series of five consecutive wins in the league since Conte has been on the Azzurri's bench, after those recorded in October 2024 and January 2025. A victory would mean consolidating the lead in the standings, regardless of Juventus' result in Verona.

But in the coach's mind, there's also the big match against Milan, scheduled after Pisa: managing forces and players becomes essential, without giving up intensity and a winning mentality.

Conte and the glass half full after Manchester

Despite the European loss, Conte highlighted the positive signs:“I am pleased with the approach, the first twenty minutes. The dedication, the attitude with which we came to play. I was more upset about the management of the end with Fiorentina”, said the coach after the match at the Etihad.

Words that confirm how the coach looks beyond the single result, focusing on the overall growth of the team.

The enthusiasm of the Maradona

Napoli has already returned to training at Castel Volturno and is intensely preparing for the challenge against Pisa. They will do so in front of a sold-out Maradona, as already expected for the Champions League match against Sporting Lisbon. The passion of the fans remains an extra weapon for a team that wants to defend its European lead and continue the positive streak.

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