The atmosphere is charged, but the head remains clear. Pasquale Mazzocchi, Napoli full-back, spoke to Radio Crc with the tone of someone who knows that the finish line is close, but not yet achieved. The dream of the Scudetto is built day after day, training after training, without illusions: “We are experiencing everything with serenity, but also with the awareness that we are playing for something unique - he said - the coach tells us that no match will be easy, and Lecce has shown us that. We must remain focused, compact, and have the right energy to face every challenge".
Mazzocchi has no doubts about Antonio Conte's impact this season: "We are really lucky to have a coach like this, he is expanding our knowledge as professionals and as men. Every day I learn something new, and I feel improved. Personally I prefer to play as a fifth, it is more in my style, but I remain available for any role the team needs".
Looking ahead to the next league match against Genoa, the Italian winger knows it won't be a walk in the park: "Every team that comes to Naples now dreams of the big shot. It's up to us to be ready, with the support of our fans, to bring home a result that we really need. As Conte said: this book is not finished, the most important pages are missing and we must write them with maximum intensity".
On the sidelines, also a sketch on the nickname “McFratm” given to McTominay, new arrival in the Neapolitan dressing room: "It was born spontaneously, I wanted to make him feel at home. That's what we Neapolitans do with those who come from outside. In a winning team, it's not just the starters that count, but the whole group: even those who push hard during the week in training to prepare those who take to the field on Sunday."
Article published on May 8, 2025 - 16:18 pm
Interesting article, but there are some points that could have been explained better. The pressure on the players is high, and the coach must be careful not to stress them too much. The team must remain united to face every challenge with determination and strength.