Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis praised Coach Maurizio Sarri for not resorting to “Catenaccio tactics” against Juventus.
The Partenopei won 3-2 on the night, but went out of the Coppa Italia semi-final 5-4 on aggregate.
“I expected Napoli to play better than Juventus, which already happened on Sunday,” De Laurentiis told Rai Sport.
He was referring to a 1-1 Serie A draw at the Stadio San Paolo at the weekend.
Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis praised Coach Maurizio Sarri for not resorting to “Catenaccio tactics” against Juventus.
The Partenopei won 3-2 on the night, but went out of the Coppa Italia semi-final 5-4 on aggregate.
“I expected Napoli to play better than Juventus, which already happened on Sunday,” De Laurentiis told Rai Sport.
He was referring to a 1-1 Serie A draw at the Stadio San Paolo at the weekend.
The President then aimed a sideswipe at Juventus boss Max Allegri.
“You could sense our superiority on the field throughout. This team has heart and a Coach who is not stuck in Catenaccio tactics, but instead is a gentleman of football.”
De Laurentiis also posted this message on Twitter after the game.
"A great Napoli, a team that plays splendid football thanks to the lads and Coach! Well done, I am proud of you!"