NAPLES – Massimiliano Allegri commented on Napoli's difficulties in achieving optimal performance, attributing it mainly to the team's need for more time for physical and technical growth.
“"Structurally, this team needs a little more time. There are players who have only played a few games and are getting their legs under them. Physically, we definitely need a little more time too," said the Livorno coach.
Allegri then expressed optimism for the upcoming matches, highlighting the matches against Bologna and Fiorentina as key, considering them important moments for the team's growth: "I'm very confident and I think our two toughest matches between now and the next break are tomorrow's match against Bologna and the one in Florence. I also believe that after the break, the team will definitely improve physically, and therefore we will grow.".
Napoli are looking to bounce back from their three consecutive defeats, facing Bologna at home, a team that has struggled in the opening rounds. Ahead of the match, coach Alessio Allegri spoke at a press conference, emphasizing the need to secure a positive result to avoid a potential crisis.
Allegri said: "Tomorrow we can start winning at home. It's not an easy moment; there's little to talk about and much to do. Bologna is a well-coached team with excellent technical qualities; it will be important for us.".
Regarding the lineup, the coach confirmed Anguissa's injury absence, having been sidelined by a muscle strain, while Neres is improving and Lang is available: "Tomorrow we'll see if he plays." Furthermore, Allegri highlighted the need to improve defensively and capitalize on opportunities created, emphasizing that good performances so far have not been enough and that getting a result is now crucial: "The result comes before the performance.".
The coach expressed confidence in the group, while also realizing that the team still needs time to improve their physical condition, expecting progress after the next break. Finally, he praised captain Di Lorenzo, calling him "an extraordinary player and a responsible person.".
