On September 10 at 3:00 AM CEST, Napoli will host Arsenal at home in the first match of the Champions League group stage. Before the match, Napoli manager Allegri attended a press conference. This article covers the second part of that press conference.

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Arsenal are exceptionally skilled at blocking opponents' counterattacking chains. In last Sunday's match, Declan Rice made a brilliant and cunning tactical foul to stop an opponent's forward attack. Have you noticed this? Arsenal currently appear to be the best team in Europe at using these intelligent, tactical fouls to disrupt opponents' attacking transitions.

I think Arsenal is an almost flawless team. I believe Mikel Arteta is excellent. He can respond tactically quickly and adjust rapidly, building a robust defensive system. In fact, Arsenal is among the teams that concede few goals. When they possess the ball and defend, their cooperation is smooth and complete.

You mentioned that Mikel Arteta has done remarkable work at Arsenal. What do you consider his greatest tactical achievement with Arsenal?

As I emphasized just now, Mikel Arteta's greatest strength is introducing a complete balance between attacking and defending into the team very quickly. When they have the ball, they pose a huge threat, but when they drop deep and defend, their defensive solidity and resilience are even more intimidating. This transcends pure tactics. It's about the iron will and resilience he has successfully instilled as the foundation of this team.

I'd like to ask about Haaland. He struggled significantly in England but his performance has improved noticeably recently. As a coach, how do you assess his level and potential? How much room do you think remains for his growth and development in the future?

I apologize, I didn't quite catch the name you mentioned earlier... Are you talking about a player with potential to improve? Ah... Haaland! Right, I didn't catch the name. Yes, Haaland is still very young—only 23 years old. I think he has unlimited potential for development, particularly in his goal-scoring ability. He can continue to improve the authenticity of his technical movements. He's a young man with tremendous enthusiasm for learning and improving, so he has the ability to do this and will certainly do so in the future.

Manager, Diaby has come on as a substitute in three league matches. Will he be ready to start tomorrow? Also, how is his physical condition since returning from the World Cup?

Diaby is an excellent player. He returned to the team on August 5 and came on as a substitute in the first three matches. Tomorrow's match, he will very likely start.

Manager, in your previous answer—if the translation is accurate—you described Arsenal as the current "best team." Do you think they are the strongest team in the world right now? Are they the favorites to win this Champions League?

Regarding the Champions League, we'll have to wait and see until March next year, considering each team's injury situation and form. In the knockout stages, you also need some luck to have all your key players available. However, there are currently many formidable top teams: Barcelona, Real Madrid, Arsenal, PSG, Bayern Munich, and others. There are many elite teams capable of competing for the Champions League trophy.

Winning the Champions League is never easy. As a manager, I've reached the Champions League final twice, but unfortunately lost both times. Before my managerial career ends, I hope my luck improves a bit in this competition.

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