Juve Stabia's sporting director, StefanoStefanelli, announced the match against Empoli with a mixture of nostalgia and determination. In his interview, Stefanelli recalled his short but intense period at the Tuscan club, thanking the Corsi family for offering him the opportunity to be part of a club that transmits values and football culture. However, he stressed that it is not the time for sentimentality, but to focus on the challenge at hand.
Juve Stabia arrives at the match with the backbone of a recent defeat that left the team dissatisfied. Stefanelli reiterated that the team has shown that it knows how to play with commitment and that the next match against Empoli will be a real test. “Castellani will not be easy to face,” he said, highlighting that Empoli is a well-equipped team, made up of experienced players and young talents, led by a high-level coach. The Tuscan club is determined to redeem the negative streak it has found itself in and transform the match into a crucial occasion.
Regarding preparation, Stefanelli spoke about Maistro's muscular discomfort, which will be monitored day after day. Tests found no injuries, but with little time left before the fight, the final decision remains uncertain. The sporting director also underlined the importance of giving space to the whole group, leveraging the desire to reach salvation "with the knife between the teeth", even at the last second.
Stefanelli's tone was that of a man who has come a long way with the team, overcoming obstacles and building a solid structure of team, play and behavior on the pitch. “Let's dispose of Wednesday's waste and prepare for another battle,” he concluded, indicating that Juve Stabia is ready to face Empoli in a match that, according to him, will be decisive for their race towards salvation.