Antonio Conte believes . ‘It was an English model match, now we’ll see what European competitors we qualify for.’
There was a protracted and touching banner within the stands earlier than kick-off that despatched a robust message to Conte and the Napoli gamers throughout their harm disaster. ‘We don’t know what our future will likely be, however we’ll be by your aspect to the top. Regardless of the various difficulties, you’re honouring the shirt and town,’ it learn.
NAPLES, ITALY – FEBRUARY 15: SSC Napoli supporters displaying banners for the staff throughout the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and AS Roma at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on February 15, 2026 in Naples, Italy. (Picture by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Pictures)
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“It’s only proper that we thank the followers, as a result of it’s certainly not to be taken as a right that they might recognise what we’re doing this season,”
“The very fact they recognised we’re combating for Napoli, honouring the shirt and never giving in, that may be a fantastic message for the lads. I do know what they’ve been coping with and the way we’ve managed to get by means of the previous couple of months.”
Conte noticed English model conflict for Napoli and Roma
NAPLES, ITALY – FEBRUARY 15: Gian Piero Gasperini AS Roma head coach greets Antonio Conte SSC Napoli head coach earlier than the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and AS Roma at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on February 15, 2026 in Naples, Italy. (Picture by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Pictures)
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It was one other hard-fought battle on the Stadio Maradona, however the Partenopei refused to provide in and twice fought again from Donyell Malen targets to earn a 2-2 draw.
Leonardo Spinazzola’s strike took a deflection off Nicolò Pisilli to loop over Mile Svilar, whereas late on January signings Giovane and Alisson Santos mixed for the latter’s emotional equaliser.
“Preventing again twice to carry Roma was additionally no imply feat, and I feel if this was a boxing match, we’d have gained it on factors,” insisted Conte.
“It was an entertaining recreation performed at a excessive stage of depth, there have been difficulties taking part in as a result of the urgent was so excessive from each groups. It was an English model match. We’ve acquired to proceed, understanding that we’re constructing our future within the subsequent 13 video games, so what we now have subsequent season will rely upon what we do in these 13 video games, and what European competitors we handle to qualify for.
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“It gained’t be straightforward, as the opposite groups within the race are well-drilled and have assets, however we’re pushing past our boundaries.”
NAPLES, ITALY – FEBRUARY 15: Antonio Conte SSC Napoli head coach throughout the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and AS Roma at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on February 15, 2026 in Naples, Italy. (Picture by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Pictures)
Alisson Santos arrived within the January switch window and made a big effect off the bench right now, scoring a purpose, but in addition repeatedly working at opponents.
“Each Giovane and Alisson are younger gamers that the membership signed in January, as a result of we had these switch limitations and needed to promote first with the intention to purchase to steadiness the books,” famous Conte.
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“They haven’t even been coaching with us for 2 weeks, so they should perceive our actions. Alisson is best at taking males on than Giovane, whereas Giovane is extra of a striker. They’ve made a large change of their careers, however they’ve confirmed humility and are able to take that point to grasp how we do issues right here.”
NAPLES, ITALY – FEBRUARY 15: Amir Rrahmani of SSC Napoli injured throughout the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and AS Roma at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on February 15, 2026 in Naples, Italy. (Picture by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Pictures)
There was combined information from the remedy desk, as whereas Amir Rrahmani appeared to sprain his ankle throughout the penalty incident, Billy Gilmour made his first look since early November.
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“I actually don’t understand how Rrahmani is doing, however it gained’t make a lot distinction at this level,” shrugged Conte.
“We are able to’t at all times discuss accidents, in any other case it turns into silly. We must always concentrate on what we now have at our disposal for the following match, if he’s prepared then we’ll be glad, if not then we’ll discover a answer, as we now have been doing in each single recreation.”