Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini expressed his satisfaction with his team’s performance following their impressive 3-0 victory against Napoli in Serie A. The win, secured through a brace from Ademola Lookman and a goal from Mateo Retegui, showcased Atalanta’s growth and ambition this season.
Gasperini began by highlighting the significance of the result: “We think we can measure ourselves against these high-level teams. These matches are a scale for us too, we knew we had to put in a high-level performance. We have grown in personality and technique, we are undoubtedly happy.”
The coach praised his attacking options, singling out Lookman, Charles De Ketelaere, and Retegui: “Lookman, De Ketelaere and Retegui are very strong, and besides them we also have Zaniolo who we couldn’t use today. Those three are on a higher step but the others can reach it too. We can’t always use all three given the many matches, but you can also make a difference from the bench.”
Discussing Atalanta’s title aspirations, Gasperini remained cautious but optimistic: “We need to grow but we are getting good responses. Eleven players have arrived in the squad. Retegui has given immediate answers but today Kossounou and Brescianini also did well. Samardzic, Bellanova, there are many that I can’t list.”
Despite the convincing win, Gasperini was quick to praise Napoli’s strength: “In any case, Napoli is a strong team, credit must be given to De Laurentiis and Manna. They changed coach and Conte has done and will do extraordinary things, today’s match won’t make me change my mind.”
