Napoli's Uphill Battle: Conte's Fury and Champions League Dilemma

Napoli faces a challenging period both in European competitions and domestic play. Coach Antonio Conte expressed strong dissatisfaction after a draw with Copenhagen put their Champions League hopes at risk. Injuries and upcoming pivotal matches against Chelsea and Juventus further complicate Napoli's season.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Milan | Updated: 22-01-2026 16:17 IST | Created: 22-01-2026 16:17 IST
Napoli's Uphill Battle: Conte's Fury and Champions League Dilemma
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Napoli players are grappling with hurdles on both the European and domestic fronts, as they face potential Champions League elimination and stiffer competition in Italy.

Coach Antonio Conte was visibly frustrated after Napoli only managed a draw against a 10-man Copenhagen, leaving their European aspirations dangling by a thread. Conte remarked that his squad should be 'angry and disappointed' with their performance, acknowledging a sense of urgency and the importance of their current situation.

Despite mounting injuries, Conte stressed that Napoli should have capitalized on their numerical advantage to secure a win. Their European future hinges on an impending match against Chelsea, and they face a crucial away encounter with Juventus, aiming to regain lost grounds in Serie A.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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