“Napoli-Atalanta? I expect a match of great intensity because Gasperini’s team is used to giving rhythm to its game.” Talk like this Dario Marcolinformer Napoli captain and Dazn commentator, a Radio Mars during Marte Sport Live: “Napoli must be able to vary the pace of the match, the key will be there. They will have to be able to provide intensity when they want and turn off that of their opponent. Atalanta plays aggressively, even in away game, and this could be an advantage for Napoli who have a solid defense and can find space for attacks into the opponent’s area.
Gilmour is improving greatly, against Milan he played his best game both in terms of game changes and verticalisations. He looked like a veteran, someone who had played for Napoli for a long time: Conte rewarded him with a hug at the end of the match which was a certificate of esteem. His difficulty, like that of his compatriot McTominay, may be that of not knowing Atalanta: it’s one thing to see it on video, another to experience it on the pitch. They play man-to-man, and the solution for Napoli could come from playing with one maximum two touches. If Gilmour understands this, he will do even better than in previous races.
Atalanta third candidate for the title with Napoli and Inter? I think so, Gasperini has been training her for nine years. After a difficult start, the true nature of his team is now being seen. The only problem could be in managing two teams, because now for the first time he has a complete bench at his disposal.”