Napoli captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo emphasized the need for the team to focus on on-field matters as they gear up for the Supercoppa Italiana final against Inter. Securing a spot in the final with a 3-0 win over Fiorentina was crucial, especially considering the challenges the team faced in recent months. The final, with a victory prize of €8m and €5m for the runners-up, holds significant importance.
Napoli, currently undergoing changes, has seen President Aurelio De Laurentiis reinforce the squad with new additions like Hamed Junior Traore, Cyril Ngonge, and Pasquale Mazzocchi.
Addressing the press via TMW, Di Lorenzo expressed disappointment about the expected high number of Inter fans at the final. Despite the absence of many Napoli fans, he stressed the team’s commitment to winning the trophy for themselves, the club, and the supporters.
Di Lorenzo highlighted the significance of the final, viewing it as an opportunity to boost enthusiasm and self-esteem for the second half of the season based on their performance from the previous season. He assured that the team’s focus and energy would be dedicated to the upcoming match.
Regarding potential tactical changes against Inter, Di Lorenzo emphasized the importance of how the team interprets the formation rather than just its structure on paper. Facing a formidable opponent, he stressed the need for a solid defensive strategy involving the entire team, followed by leveraging their strengths when in possession.
Di Lorenzo dismissed the notion of favorites in the final, considering both teams as equally great and starting with a clean slate. Confident in Napoli’s readiness, he acknowledged Inter’s strength but expressed determination to give their best and bring home the trophy.
Discussing conversations with absent players Victor Osimhen and Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa, who are participating in the Africa Cup of Nations, Di Lorenzo shared that the team communicates through a group chat, receiving encouragement from the absent players who are rooting for their success.
Finally, Di Lorenzo mentioned the efforts to integrate new signings into the squad, emphasizing the team’s commitment to helping them settle in smoothly and quickly.
Giovanni Di Lorenzo
Giovanni Di Lorenzo
This season he played in total 20 times for 1800 minutes for Serie A.
Giovanni Di Lorenzo scored 1 goal for Napoli. He procured 4 assists. He received 4 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 9th in Serie A. In the last match Napoli won 2-1 against Salernitana. The next match in Serie A will be against Lazio.
Napoli performance and stats
Napoli
Napoli is currently 9th in the Serie A with 31 points.
In the last 20 games, it has won 9 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 7 times. In its last match, Napoli won 2-1 against Salernitana.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 30 goals and conceding 25.
Napoli will play the next match in Serie A against Lazio on Sunday 28th of January in Roma.
