Ahead of the match against Milan, Napoli coach Antonio Conte spoke at a press conference, stating: “Title? We would be crazy today, with 9 games left and 3 points from the top, not to consider it. With all our strengths and weaknesses, we are still there, in a position that nobody imagined at all. It`s right to believe, to put everything we have into it, always leaving the field with a sweaty shirt, which is what the fans are appreciating. We know that only one team wins, but how can we say `let`s see` today? We must believe, knowing that Champions League qualification will also be tough. Everything is still in play, we need to secure a place in Europe, preferably the top European competition. Then, first place is ahead of us. The pressure is on those who fight to win or to avoid relegation. Living with stress should give us pride and satisfaction. We will give everything we have, and tomorrow I hope, but there`s little to ask of the Neapolitans, for the usual atmosphere at the Maradona where they have spoiled us, and I believe we have also spoiled the fans by always giving our all. Let`s create the right atmosphere, it will be very important for us.”
Regarding the progress of building next year`s Napoli team?
“We have these games to play, anything can happen, and nothing might happen. We are focused on the present and being fierce. There is still something to conquer, which could be the maximum goal, a very important goal, or something else… there are still 9 games, we are not talking about anything else but focusing on the present, and we must finish fiercely, all of us.”