Allegri: ‘Napoli’s Champions League fate is in our hands, but the league is more important’

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Massimiliano Allegri, Napoli's coach, returned to the dugout after a two-match Serie A ban and spoke at the Estádio do Dragão before Wednesday's game against Porto. Napoli have three points from three Champions League games and are 10th in Serie A with 14 points. Allegri's team won 4-1 at Monza and lost 2-0 at Juventus during his ban. The game against Porto kicks off at 21:00 CET.

Allegri emphasized that Napoli's Champions League fate is in their hands, but prioritized improving their league form. He noted that with 10 points, Napoli would reach the play-offs at least, and described the upcoming game against Porto as difficult due to their strong league and Champions League performances. Allegri stated that Napoli need to put in a good performance.

Allegri denied that the injury crisis reduces the pressure on Napoli, stating that it's an important Champions League game against a strong team. He mentioned that Kevin De Bruyne will train and his availability for the game will be assessed afterwards, while Rasmus Højlund's fever has gone. Allegri emphasized the need to act, work, and get injured players back to turn the negative period into a positive one.