Napoli boss Spalletti: My players will tackle Eintracht Frankfurt with right attitude

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21 Feb 2023 • 8:17 AM MYT
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Napoli boss Luciano Spalletti is wary facing Champions League round 16 opponents Eintracht Frankfurt.

The first-leg is held in Germany on Tuesday.

"I know my players quite well and I know what kind of men they are, so I expect the right attitude, said Spalletti.

They have more experience than us in knock-out games, but we've been trying to develop this in the last few games, playing without thinking about the little advantage we have in Serie A.

Eintracht are very aggressive but can also track back quickly. We all use different styles, but due to the quality in Europe, it's very difficult to play constantly in the opposing half."

Spalletti also took a dig at the press.

I don't trust you, I am still thinking about questions at the start of the season when you thought we wouldn't qualify for the Champions League," noted the Italian tactician.

Now you are saying the opposite. We know we have potential, just like our opponents. Napoli are a strong side, but they also have chances, it's 50-50."