Juventus achieved a crucial victory against Napoli, but coach Luciano Spalletti expressed his frustration at the difficulties encountered, underlining that the team is currently in 13th place. In a press conference after the match, Spalletti praised the determination of the players, stating that they showed "a desire to get back into the game" and fought with duels and runs for their teammates, thus managing to achieve a deserved victory.
According to Spalletti, the key to success does not lie in rigid tactics but in the ability to play duels, recover invisible meters and keep the pressure high, especially in the second half. He recalled that if the team fails to take the first step, the difficulty increases significantly, especially when one falls to lower positions like the current one. The manager also mentioned the importance of having fit players, citing the lack of Sarr on the night and the need to find alternatives for the role, despite not having many options available.
During the match, Spalletti noted that Napoli took control of the match, but Juventus managed to recover thanks to a great intervention from Vicario and a decisive goal from Alajbegovic. He also highlighted the contribution of Boga, Zhegrova and Gatti, who made the difference. The coach stated that he had a moment of reflection with Massimiliano, underlining that there is no tension between the two and that teamwork remains fundamental.
As for the team, Spalletti expressed doubts about McKennie's role and acknowledged Cabal's extraordinary performance, but reiterated the need to control the players and maintain discipline. He also mentioned the possibility of changing the organization on the pitch, especially to exploit the strength of McKennie and Alajbegovic in the second half.
Finally, the coach reiterated that Juventus must win the championship, but recognizes that the team is in difficulty and that it is necessary to recover key players to improve the situation. He closed the conference by underlining the importance of the support of the fans and the willingness to dare on the pitch, so that the team can continue to compete for the title.