"The transfer market? I'm satisfied," said Genoa coach Daniele De Rossi ahead of Saturday's match against Napoli at the Ferraris. "Beyond having lost any big names, I'm pleased to have brought in quality players with the characteristics I'd requested. These days of post-transfer work have been intense and with the right amount of enthusiasm. I found a well-knit and well-matched group. And I enjoyed working with them, especially on the newly resurfaced pitches. Above all, I saw an atmosphere that I really liked."
The Rossoblu coach doesn't underestimate his opponent: "I think that with a full squad, Napoli can be the first, or at most the second, team in this league. They're coached by the most successful coach in recent years, not only in Italy but abroad. I don't think I'll ever see a Napoli side that's a bit more subdued; they've already bounced back from their Champions League elimination." De Rossi analyzes the Azzurri's strengths: "They certainly have absences that affect their depth in the squad, but if you look at the starting eleven, we already know it will be a tough and physical match. It will be important to be ready and not be caught off guard by McTominay's runs or Hojlund's deep passes."
Despite the daunting challenge, the coach warned: "They're stronger than us, but anything can happen inside our fortress." Among the most anticipated additions is the debut of Alexsandro Amorim: "A player with great quality who immediately showed his worth. He understands the tempo of the game and has a lot of personality. I signed him to play as a point guard because we were looking for someone with these characteristics."
The rush under the away end, the adrenaline still pumping, and the voice of someone who knows they've given their all. Antonio Vergara savors Napoli's victory at Marassi, achieved in stoppage time and with a man down, and recounts the weight of those final minutes. "I was absolutely certain it was a penalty. It was important to win even with a man down, it's worth double."
Words that reek of revenge and character, because the match had become complicated and the Azzurri had to grit their teeth until the last ball. "We don't give an inch, we're a fantastic group and it shows every moment. When someone makes a mistake, we're there to comfort them. We need to bounce back and stay united."
Rasmus Hojlund stepped up to the spot in injury time and showed no signs of faltering, giving Napoli a crucial victory against Genoa. After the match, the Italian striker described those tense moments as follows: "Winning in the last minute is truly incredible. The penalty was a huge responsibility, but I like taking it."
These words capture the personality of a center forward who doesn't shy away from crucial moments. "I'm very happy she came in, even though I have a bit of training to do. I was also a bit lucky," he admits honestly, without seeking excuses or forced heroics.
A tough, hard-fought victory, earned through character rather than skill. Antonio Conte savoured Napoli's victory at Marassi, but he didn't soften his analysis in front of the cameras. "I think it's a courageous victory, but we did everything we could. Genoa's goals were two of our own mistakes, and it wasn't easy to bounce back, but we did it," he said immediately after the match, emphasizing how the match was complicated primarily by internal responsibilities.
The Italian coach, however, highlighted the mental strength of the team, capable of reacting even in the most difficult moments. "Even with ten men against eleven, we never stopped attacking, and in fact, the final penalty came that won us the match. This team never gives up; every week there's a new challenge." These words describe a team under pressure, yet still alive and determined.
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The article mentions De Rossi, who seems very satisfied with the transfer market, but I don't entirely agree. I don't know if the new players are truly suited to the team. Napoli are always strong and difficult to beat.