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2024 - 8 - 18Antonio Conte's Napoli: From Champions to Chumps in One Match!
Antonio Conte - Debut Matches - Football - Giovanni Di Lorenzo - Hellas Verona - Napoli - Serie A - Soccer - Victor OsimhenNapoli's stunning 3-0 loss to Hellas Verona leaves Antonio Conte with a mountain to climb! Did anyone bring the pizza? 🍕⚽️
In a shocking twist that left Napoli fans reeling, the team under new manager Antonio Conte faced a humiliating 3-0 defeat to Hellas Verona in their Serie A opening match on August 18, 2024. Conte, who stepped in as the fifth coach in just over a year, had hoped to kick off the season with a bang but instead watched as his charges crumbled on the pitch. The loss not only highlights the challenges ahead for Conte but also raises questions about the management of star player Victor Osimhen, who was unavailable for the match due to transfer speculations.
Throughout the 90 minutes, Napoli appeared disjointed and lacked the sharpness that propelled them to last season's Scudetto victory. Key players, including star winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, were unable to make an impact, leading to Conte's decision to substitute Kvaratskhelia just before halftime. Verona, on the other hand, capitalized on every opportunity and scored three goals, leaving Napoli's defense bewildered and their supporters in despair.
After the match, a frustrated Conte expressed his dissatisfaction with the performance, stating, "We must do better." His sentiments echoed the sentiments expressed by La Gazzetta dello Sport, which criticized the management of Osimhen's situation, suggesting that having such treatment of a high-profile player undermined the team’s morale and strategy. With the upcoming fixtures on the horizon, it’s clear that Conte has his work cut out for him if he hopes to restore Napoli to their former glory.
Beneath the mounting pressure, one bright spot remains: captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo has reaffirmed his commitment to the club, expressing excitement for the season ahead despite the bleak start. Fans can only hope that his leadership will help steer Napoli in the right direction as they work to recover from this disheartening debut under Conte’s guidance.
Did you know that Napoli was crowned Serie A champions in 2023 for the first time in over three decades? The club has a rich history, including being home to the legendary Diego Maradona. Additionally, Verona's impressive win adds a spark to their campaign as they strive to shake off a season of mid-table mediocrity and make a push for European qualification!
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Napoli boss Antonio Conte fumes after Verona loss: “We must ... (Yahoo Sports)
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Goals and Highlights for Hellas Verona 3-0 Napoli in Serie A (VAVEL.com)
And to close the game: Mosquera, on a pass from Lazovic, manages to finish in the left corner to score Verona's third goal! August 18, 2024 2:31 ...
Conte has work to do as his Napoli team loses 3-0 at Verona in his ... (The Associated Press)
Antonio Conte has a lot of work to do. Conte became Napoli's fifth coach in little more than a year when he was hired in June.
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Verona 3-0 Napoli (18 Aug, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (ESPN)
New head coach Antonio Conte, in his first league match in charge of the 2023 champions, was forced to take off Kvaratskhelia just before halftime when the ...
Verona 3-0 Napoli: Conte oversees humiliating loss on Partenopei ... (sportsmax.tv)
Antonio Conte, overseeing his first league game in charge of the 2023 Scudetto winners, was forced to withdraw Kvaratskhelia just before half-time after the ...
Di Lorenzo confirms excitement for Napoli stay despite previous ... (Football Italia)
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Verona 3-0 Napoli (18 Aug, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (UK) (ESPN.co.uk)
New head coach Antonio Conte, in his first league match in charge of the 2023 champions, was forced to take off Kvaratskhelia just before halftime when the ...
Serie A: Napoli manager Antonio Conte takes responsibility for ... (Eurosport.com)
Antonio Conte apologised to his supporters after Napoli lost 3-0 to Hellas Verona in their first Serie A game of the season.
Napoli crushed as Conte sees size of challenge ahead (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)
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Di Lorenzo confirms excitement for Napoli stay despite previous ... (Yahoo Sports)
Napoli captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo has confirmed that he no longer has any desire to leave the club and spoke of his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, ...
Conte apologises for Napoli's opening day 'debacle' at Verona ... (SuperSport)
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European football: Napoli make dire start, Real Madrid held at ... (The Guardian)
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Napoli stunned 3-0 by Verona in Serie A opener (Deccan Herald)
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Conte has work to do after Napoli 'melted like snow in the sun' at ... (Business Standard)
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Antonio Conte: Napoli 'melted like snow' in opening defeat - ESPN (ESPN)
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Conte questions his players' mentality as Napoli 'melt like snow in ... (The Athletic)
The manager had never lost on the opening day of the season, with Conte apologising 'to the people of Naples' after the thrashing at Verona.
Ex-Serie A stars analyse Conte's 'worrying' messages: Does he ... (Football Italia)
Former Serie A stars Paolo Di Canio and Luca Marchegiani analyse Antonio Conte's 'worrying' post-match interview after Napoli's loss to Hellas Verona.
Napoli 'working on' Victor Osimhen solution with Chelsea transfer ... (Yahoo Sports)
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Chelsea pushing for Victor Osimhen loan deal despite Napoli ... (Goal.com)
Chelsea continue to remain interested in a loan deal for Victor Osimhen despite Napoli making it clear the striker's exit will be 'blocked'.
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