Napoli, already in a fragile defensive phase, have conceded 17 goals in this SerieA season, and coach Massimiliano Allegri has reiterated the need to improve the defensive phase in view of the match against Monza, which will take place on the ninth matchday of the championship.
During the press conference, Allegri spoke openly about his club's defensive problems, highlighting that the team has been hit ten times in this edition of SerieA and seven in three Champions League matches. “Defense is an area where we need to work,” he said, underlining the importance of analyzing data to understand where goals are conceded.
Il tecnico ha spiegato che, mediamente, il Napoli subisce quattro tiri a partita. “Ma è fondamentale capire da dove provengono questi tiri e come li subiamo”, ha aggiunto. "We must improve especially when we are close to the area, as in Soulè's first goal or the third goal against Monza. We will work on these points to reduce errors and increase defensive solidity."
Allegri also pointed out that, although the team has conceded numerous goals, it is possible to intervene on specific aspects of the defense, such as the management of spaces in the area and communication between players. "The data is not enough; we need to analyze the tactical situation and correct the errors," he said.
With the match against Monza imminent, Napoli will have to put into practice the defensive changes proposed by Allegri. If the team manages to reduce the shots conceded and manage situations in the area better, they will be able to consolidate their position in the standings and prepare for the next challenges of the season.