Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Napoli captain, anticipated the match against Juventus with a mixture of respect for his former coach and competitive determination. In his interview on Radio Kiss Kiss, the defender underlined the importance of comparison, while highlighting the need to focus attention on the result and performance of the group.
Napoli and Juventus face each other in a very close ranking, with the Juventus team at the disposal of its historic coach, Luciano Spalletti, who led the Nerazzurri to their third scudetto in history. Di Lorenzo spoke of the personal bond with Spalletti, defining it as "important" and "special" for the contribution given to the players during the two years of collaboration. However, he reiterated that, once on the pitch, the two clubs will be rivals for the 90 minutes of play.
The captain also expressed some dissatisfaction with Napoli's current position in the standings, stating that "there is still time but we don't like our position". He underlined the need to constantly improve, starting from a series of difficult matches, to achieve a satisfactory result for the fans. Di Lorenzo also highlighted how the new game rules, which accelerate the pace of matches, have led to a greater number of goals and a more spectacular experience for spectators.
Regarding the match against Juventus, the defender defined the match as "always an exciting and stimulating challenge", recognizing the historic rivalry between the two teams. He expressed his hope of achieving a positive result, both for the club and for the supporters, and reiterated the importance of focusing on the game and tactical preparation.
With the match in sight, Napoli prepares for a crucial match, where respect for the past cannot overshadow the present rivalry. The club will try to exploit the motivation and new speed of football to achieve a result that can improve their position in the table and satisfy the fans.