It's time to win again. Sarri's Napoli has no other choice: if they really want to stay in the running for the Scudetto they must beat Chievo (20.45 pm) at all costs. Conversely, in addition to risking losing further ground to Juventus, the Azzurri would officially find themselves in crisis, being guarded by Roma (now just 2 points away) also for second place: an incredible condition for those who, until a few weeks ago, flew on the wings enthusiasm, and therefore to be avoided at all costs.
“For us, the Scudetto is a dream but sometimes dreams come true – thought Sarri. – There are times when the goal percentage drops and we immediately talk about a physical problem. I can only say that with Fiorentina we averaged 12 kilometers and improved our acceleration numbers. It annoys me to see how judgments can change on the basis of a deflected shot, on the other hand there are those who have to sell newspapers and can spew bullshit on television”.
A strong position taken by the blue coach, but in contrast with what happened on the pitch. The latest results (2 points collected between Juve, Milan and Fiorentina, as well as the elimination from the Europa League) have slowed down a race that seemed unstoppable, so much so that the bianconeri have recovered 4 points in just a few weeks. That's why beating Chievo becomes absolutely essential, otherwise the Scudetto dream would risk becoming a real utopia.
“We have to win – confirmed Sarri. – It won't be an easy match, they have physicality and aggression, and they also have good numbers away from home. But I say to the fans that we will give it our all until the end, they must stay calm and continue to support us". Once the tour de force is over, San Paolo expects to see the beautiful Napoli of some time ago again, also because the very first players will return to the field. With the exception of the disqualified Albiol, Sarri will be able to count on all the men better than him.
His 4-3-3 will see Reina in goal, Hysaj, Chiriches, Koulibaly and Ghoulam in defense, Allan, Jorginho and Hamsik in midfield, Callejon, Higuain and Insigne in attack. Maran, now practically safe after last Sunday's victory over Genoa (the points ahead of Frosinoneterzultimo are 11), will respond with the usual 4-3-1-2: Bizzarri in goal, Frey, Dainelli, Cesar and Cacciatore in defence, Castro, Radovanovic and Hetemaj in midfield, Birsa in the frontline behind the attacking couple Mpoku-Pellissier.
