Napoli's recent triumph over Roma was a testament to their resilience, according to Antonio Conte. The Serie A champions secured a 1-0 victory at Stadio Olimpico, thanks to David Neres' goal. This win
allowed them to draw level with AC Milan at the top of the table. Despite having only 28.3% possession in the second half, Napoli restricted Roma to just one shot on target.
Conte expressed his satisfaction with his team's performance, especially given their current injury challenges. Key players like Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku were absent, yet Napoli showed determination and authority against a strong Roma side. "Coming to Stadio Olimpico and playing with the kind of authority we did, pushing forward constantly, that is not easy," Conte told DAZN.
Roma had been in good form and were ahead in the standings before this match. Conte was pleased with how his players faced their opponents head-on from the start. "I am pleased, as I saw a performance of character from the lads," he added. Despite being in a challenging period due to injuries, Conte remains optimistic about his squad's capabilities.
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The victory marked Napoli's third consecutive win across all competitions since the international break. Conte took some time off after a loss to Bologna during this period. When jokingly asked if he should take breaks more often due to improved results, he explained that taking time off during international breaks is common practice for him.
Conte highlighted that such breaks are typical in England and were agreed upon with clubs like Chelsea and Tottenham without any issues. "It is not unusual during the break for international duty in England to have time off," he said. He believes these breaks provide necessary relief from the constant pressure of preparing for matches every few days.
Despite not being overly concerned about injuries, Conte hopes his current squad remains healthy to avoid further complications. He emphasised the importance of unity and enthusiasm as they face ongoing challenges. "I am truly happy for the lads because this is a moment when we need to put armour on and go into war," he stated.
Conte's approach reflects his belief in balancing work demands with personal well-being for himself and his team. This strategy has proven effective throughout his career, allowing him to maintain focus and drive success on the field while ensuring everyone involved gets some breathing space when needed.
