Conte takes fresh Napoli break during international duty
Antonio Conte maintains his customary practice of stepping away from Napoli training during international breaks, entrusting coaching duties to his assistant, Cristian Stellini.
This tradition, initiated by Conte in November 2025, is seen by him as a valuable opportunity for personal decompression, while also providing his players with a temporary respite from his famously intense presence.
Conte previously stated that this practice is common in English football, citing precedents from his time at Chelsea and Tottenham. He explained that due to the demanding four-month non-stop playing schedule, he secured an agreement with the club for these breaks, considering them a crucial 'breather' for both himself and the staff remaining at Castelvolturno.
Conte takes time out from Napoli
With a significant portion of the squad away on international commitments, Conte has utilized this break to return to his family home in Turin for a short period. Training sessions for the remaining players at Napoli are being expertly managed by his long-standing assistant, Stellini.
Several key Napoli players are currently on international duty, representing their respective nations. Among those called up for Italy's World Cup play-offs, starting March 26 against Northern Ireland, are Alex Meret, Alessandro Buongiorno, Leonardo Spinazzola, and Matteo Politano. Other notable absentees include Rasmus Hojlund, Stanislav Lobotka, Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Scott McTominay, Billy Gilmour, Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, and Mathias Olivera.
Fresh materials — Sport news
Napoli confirms Meret and Alisson injury details after Arsenal defeat
Napoli has provided clarity on the injuries sustained by goalkeeper Alex Meret and attacker Alisson Santos during their recent 1-0 loss to Arsenal in the Champions League. The club also announced that Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa has rejoined team training and is available for selection this week
Gasperini: Roma's Point Against Fenerbahce Could Be Crucial in Champions League
Gian Piero Gasperini believes AS Roma can consider the 1-1 draw away to Fenerbahce a positive result, stating, "A point can be important for the table and to achieve our targets." Roma dominated possession in Istanbul and initially took the lead through Bryan Cristante's precise shot from
Assane Diao: 'A Childhood Dream Realized' Scoring on Champions League Debut for Como
Assane Diao expressed his elation, stating that the moment of scoring on his Champions League debut for Como against RB Leipzig was a 'childhood dream realized.' He described the experience as surreal, fulfilling a lifelong aspiration. Como enjoyed a perfect start to their inaugural Champ
Di Lorenzo: Napoli Defended Too Deep Against Arsenal
Napoli captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo acknowledged that the team defended "a little too deep" during their match against Arsenal. Despite the frustration of three consecutive defeats, Di Lorenzo remains optimistic about Napoli's chances in the Champions League. The home game at the Stadio Ma
Omari Hutchinson: Ruben Amorim Wanted Me at Milan
Omari Hutchinson shared that Ruben Amorim was a significant influence on his decision to join Milan. The Rossoneri coach was reportedly impressed by Hutchinson's performance during a match against Manchester United. The 22-year-old winger was officially introduced as a new Milan player at t
Allegri Praises Arsenal's Unique Defensive Style Ahead of Napoli's Champions League Clash
Napoli's new head coach, Massimiliano Allegri, has expressed his admiration for Arsenal's distinctive defensive tactics, highlighting that such a style is uncommon to witness from English teams. Speaking ahead of Napoli's Champions League fixture against Arsenal, Allegri stressed the critic