Christian Chivu looks Napoli in the eye and doesn't lower his gaze. On the eve of a match that could mean a significant portion of the season for both teams, Parma's coach is clear: there will be no discounts or fears. "For us, it will be a final like all the others we've played so far ," he explained in a press conference. " Our mentality has always been to approach every match as if it were decisive, and that will be the case tomorrow as well."
Parma are fighting for survival, Napoli for the Scudetto. Two opposing but equally challenging goals, making the match at the Tardini one of the most exciting of the weekend. "We're facing a very strong team ," Chivu acknowledges, " led by a coach like Conte who is tough, well-prepared, and a winner. We'll have to be at our best, ready to manage every moment. It won't be easy for anyone, neither for them nor for us."
The defeat against Empoli is now behind us, and Chivu himself is keen to clear the air of unnecessary alarmism: "We had a normal week, because there's no need to create drama after a setback. We need clarity, confidence, and an awareness of how much we've worked and achieved so far. And also a bit of healthy optimism, because looking back now is pointless."
Parma, Chivu: “Heart, legs and head will be needed against Napoli”
The Ducal squad is eagerly awaiting the fitness of Estevez and Bernabé, key players in this final sprint. But beyond the players, it's the attitude that counts. "Our mantra is to always give our best, every day, every match ," Chivu reiterates. " It will be a tough, intense match, and we'll need everything: heart, legs, and mind. And above all, the ability to stay calm even when emotions run high, because we're at the end of the season and every detail can make a difference."
The article talks about an important challenge for Parma and Napoli, but there are many things to consider. Chivu seems safe but we also need to see if the players are ready to give their all, it's never easy.