Napoli isn't looking for excuses or looking back. On the eve of the Italian Super Cup semi-final against Milan, scheduled for Riyadh, captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo is the one to speak and dictate the line: this is a different competition and must be faced without fear.
"We're feeling good," the Italian defender explained. "It's true that we lost in the last match, but here we're starting from scratch. It's a one-off match, and we want to play it out." Napoli comes into the match aware of their opponent's strength, but with the conviction that they have what it takes to compete to the end.
Di Lorenzo sets the goal bluntly: reach the final in ninety minutes. "We know we'll be facing a strong team, full of great players. Our focus is on the match: penalties, if they come, are a lottery." These words reflect a team focused on the immediate, without making calculations.
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The captain also emphasizes the mental aspect of a high-pressure match. "We're professionals, we have to be ready to play at all times. I believe you play the way you train, so I try to give my all every day, like all my teammates. These games require a lot of mental effort, but we're ready for that too."
Finally, no personal demands for his role on the pitch. "It depends on the coach, I'm available. We've had a setback, it's true, but we want to fight for this trophy to the very end." A clear message, summarizing the spirit with which Napoli is preparing for the night in Riyadh.
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