Conte Urges Napoli to Seize Victories After Dominant Win Over Udinese

In a decisive 3-1 victory over Udinese, Napoli showcased their dominance, prompting head coach Antonio Conte to stress the necessity of seizing such wins to maintain momentum. Despite conceding an early goal to Florian Thauvin, Napoli responded vigorously with second-half goals from Romelu Lukaku, an own goal by Lautaro Giannetti, and a strike from Zambo Anguissa.

Conte remarked on the team's performance: 'We must not let the result deceive us. Although we fell behind due to an isolated incident, we controlled the game from start to finish. Our play was characterized by quality and character, creating opportunities even in the first half that we failed to convert.'

He further emphasized the team's tactical approach: 'We need to continue playing this way—dominating possession, pressing opponents high, and dictating the game's tempo. Udinese is a strong side, and our players demonstrated commendable resilience.'

The match saw David Neres replace the injured Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Conte praised Neres's development: 'David has been training with us for months. While we usually prefer Kvaratskhelia and Matteo Politano, David has improved significantly in all aspects, including physical strength and defensive contribution. He is a valuable option for both flanks.'

This victory keeps Napoli within two points of league leaders Atalanta. Conte remains realistic yet optimistic about the title race: 'We are working hard at the beginning of our journey. Progress requires time, and there are no shortcuts. We must be realistic and fearless, understanding that victories must be earned through determination and effort.'