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Antonio Conte clashes with Italian press as 'living proof' point made after Scott McTominay inspires Napoli to huge win in Serie A title race

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<p>Conte has repeatedly lamented the lack of reinforcements since Napoli sanctioned the January sale of star winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to Paris Saint-Germain. The Georgian’s departure left a gaping hole in Napoli’s attack, and <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/endgame-antonio-conte-italian-tactician-hints-napoli-exit-chelsea-boss-club-transfer-strategy/bltab81ae6328fecf16" target="_blank">Conte has been vocal in pointing out the lack of like-for-like</a> alternatives available to him.  </p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The absence of quality has been particularly noticeable in matches where Napoli have struggled to create chances. Though Saturday's game yielded a <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/scott-mctominay-swarmed-by-napoli-team-mates-bags-10th-goal-of-season-boost-serie-a-title-hopes/blt2d8e3d27ad0378c4" target="_blank">win through Scott McTominay,</a> the manager pointed to the overall performance as further evidence that the squad lacks the necessary depth and balance to sustain a title challenge. Conte was also seen exchanging heated words with Napoli supporters in the stands after McTominay’s winner, as fans voiced their own opinions from the terraces.   </p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Despite Conte’s complaints, Italian media outlets have challenged his assessment of the squad. <em>La Gazzetta dello Sport</em> notably highlighted the game-changing influence of Giacomo Raspadori, who came off the bench to deliver the decisive assist for McTominay’s goal.   </p><p>“The link-up between Mathías Olivera and Leonardo Spinazzola didn’t work, and not even Billy Gilmour was convincing,” journalist Sebastiano Vernazza wrote in his player ratings. </p><p>“Conte saved himself with Raspadori, the living proof that the reserves are not so bad.” </p>

WHAT THE MEDIA SAID

<p>Despite the drama surrounding the win, the result propelled Napoli to the top of the Serie A standings, albeit temporarily. They now sit level on 71 points with Inter, who have a game in hand and face a potentially tricky test away at Bologna on Sunday.  </p>

WHAT NEXT FOR NAPOLI?

Antonio Conte clashes with Italian press as 'living proof' point made after Scott McTominay inspires Napoli to huge win in Serie A title race | Goal.com

Antonio Conte clashed with the Italian press after Scott McTominay inspired Napoli to a huge win in the Serie A title race over Monza.

Antonio Conte clashes with Italian press as &apos;living proof&apos; point made after Scott McTominay inspires Napoli to huge win in Serie A title race

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