Forbidden to think about Borussia. The temptation to fly with mind and heart to the Westfallen Stadion in Dortmund would be strong, for everyone but not for Benitez. “I'm only focused on Parma – reiterated the Spanish coach. – They have Cassano, Amauri and other good players, they deserve to have more points. They are a difficult team to face, if we want to fight for important goals these are matches not to be missed". Difficult to blame Don Rafè, also because the classification, although good, no longer allows missteps. Roma and Juve are in front, Inter and Fiorentina are pressing behind, and there is also the bad defeat in Turin to cancel. All excellent reasons not to get distracted, even if a little thought in Dortmund will necessarily be made.
The formation will be conditioned by the commitment of the Champions League, decisive for the purposes of qualification, but not only. “Much will depend on the conditions of the internationals – explained Benitez. “However, I'm happy with how they came back”. There are many doubts, starting with Marek Hamsik, whose role has been debated a lot in recent days. In fact, someone argues that he could perform better in midfield, perhaps improving the defensive phase of the whole team. “That's not how we would be guaranteed to concede fewer goals – Rafa retorted. – Marek would have no problem changing position anyway”. If he plays, he'll play as an attacking midfielder, but there's that "if" that shouldn't be underestimated.
The ballot with Pandev is tight and the imminent match in Dortmund makes us think at least. But as previously mentioned, there are many doubts: from defense (Albiol favorite over Cannavaro, as well as Armero over new signing Reveillere) to attack (Callejon and Insigne ahead over Mertens). There should instead be Higuain, who during the week spoke words of love for Naples and its fans. "I've seen him training great these days, now I can say he's fine" admitted Benitez, who trusts a lot in his goalscorer. Like all of Naples, ready to experience a fundamental week for the season.
