Napoli legend Bruno Giordano has praised Antonio Conte for steadying the ship at Napoli and fighting for the title without Victor Osimhen.
Former Napoli striker Bruno Giordano has showered praise on coach Antonio Conte, calling him "a giant" in the world of football.
Giordano believes that Conte's tactical genius and ability to motivate his players have kept them in the title race against all odds.
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Speaking to Gazetta, the club icon said "Napoli are alive, strong, and a great team... They proved it against Inter, playing a game of immense quality."
What's even more remarkable is that Napoli have become a competitive force without two of their star players from last season, Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Giordano acknowledged the significance of this achievement, saying,
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"Kvaratskhelia would have been vital for any team. And, of course, I should also mention Osimhen."
Despite the absence of these key players, Conte has managed to get the best out of his team. Giordano credited Conte's tactical flexibility and ability to motivate his players, saying;
"He changes formations, shifts players around, gives you energy, makes you feel important, and keeps you in the title race."
Napoli are just one point off Inter at the top of Serie A, and the title race is poised to go down to the wire.