Conte: Tough match, but team spirit was spot on | OneFootball

At the end of the match between Lecce and Napoli, Antonio Conte spoke from the press room at Via del Mare, analyzing his players’ performance and the team’s current moment. The Salento coach emphasized the difficulty of the task: “I knew it wouldn’t be an easy match. Lecce plays well at home, and we were coming off a tough game against Inter, where we spent a lot of physical and mental energy. We did well to react, playing a spirited and determined match.”

Napoli, Conte: “Lucca and Hojlund are different strikers, about Elmas…”

Conte also spoke about the rotations and the knocks that forced some starters to rest: “Giving some rest was both a choice and a necessity. Elmas played a very good match, Lucca held his own, Lang did well but can do even more. Let’s hope his quadriceps issue isn’t anything serious.”

The coach then touched on the refereeing issue, without controversy: “About the penalty, I think it’s right for others to judge. We’re not complaining, we’re staying alert. If someone wants to send particular messages, that’s not right, but we remain calm and confident in the refereeing class.”

Great satisfaction with the defensive solidity: “We didn’t concede any goals and today we kept a clean sheet, something that hadn’t happened since the first two matches. This shows team spirit and organization. We have to keep going down this path without forgetting what we’re achieving.”

On the contribution of individuals: “Lucca and Hojlund are different strikers, but they did their part. Lang and Elmas brought quality and versatility. I also want to praise Gilmour, who played even though he wasn’t feeling well.” Finally, words of praise for the opponent: “Lecce held their own, they play well at home and have a well-prepared coach in Eusebio Di Francesco. Trinchera and Pantaleo are top. My roots are here and this city always has a special place in my heart.”

Andrea Alati

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here.