Napoli boss Antonio Conte fumes after Verona loss: “We must apologise to the Neapolitan people” | OneFootball

Serie A giants Napoli fell to a disastrous 3-0 loss to Verona in their opening league game, leaving Antonio Conte frustrated about the result.

Napoli had only managed to beat Modena on penalties in their Coppa Italia opener some days ago and the performance in that game wasn’t great either.

The performance at the Bentegodi was also largely poor, as Verona created three excellent counter attacks and finished them all very well – exactly like a Conte side would.

He told Sky (via TMW) that the side melted like snow in the sun during the game, while apologising to the club’s fans as well.

“In the first half there was only one team on the pitch, I don’t think Verona ever shot. Having said that, in the second half we immediately conceded a shot to Verona and in the second situation we went behind. Then we melted like snow in the sun. What I feel like saying is that we must humbly apologize to the Neapolitan people who follow us with passion.

“I am the coach and it is right that I take full responsibility. I humbly apologize because the second half was unacceptable. A performance that was the result of something, but we need to work hard from all points of view. I arrived in Naples with great enthusiasm, great desire. I can make myself available in any situation, if I can help Napoli I will. We must apologize to the Neapolitan people who show us so much affection and passion. I take full responsibility because I am the coach”.

Bologna will be Napoli’s next challenge and it would obviously not be an easy game, considering their performances last season. Conte would hope that the club makes some signings till then.

Kaustubh Pandey I GIFN