NAPLES – Antonio Conte isn't looking for excuses, but he's also hiding a hint of bitterness. After the 0-0 home draw against Como, the Napoli coach spoke to DAZN with a firm tone: "The match was played at a very high and intense level. They may complain about the penalty, but we deserved something more. I don't remember Vanja making any saves. It was a real match, between two teams that had the courage to play."
Conte praises his opponents, but proudly defends his team's performance: “Como is a reality in our league today, they are doing great things.
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A question about Romelu Lukaku, still out, was inevitable: "I don't know when he'll be back; we'll have to ask the doctors. He's recovering from a serious injury, but his presence is good for the team. Just having him back in the locker room gives everyone energy. Napoli needs his leadership, and we'll be even happier when he returns to the pitch."
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The match was very intense, and Napoli played well, but there were some errors. While Como deserved respect, I think there were some missed opportunities that could have changed the outcome.