Antonio Conte, the Naples coach, expressed his satisfaction after his team’s victory against the Fiorentina, highlighting several positive aspects of the performance. He particularly appreciated Naples’ ability to dominate his opponents during much of the game, showing a higher level of play than the Fiorentina. The impact of young players such as Hojlund and Beukema was notable, including their offensive contribution and physical engagement. Matteo Politano was also praised for his constant effort, dedication and versatility, providing Naples with certainty in attack.

In contrast, the Italian derby resulted in a Juventus victory over the Inter, a bitter result for the Nerazzurri. Ivan Zazzaroni, sports director of Corriere dello Sport, criticized the performance of his team, calling it unproductive despite tactical domination. He attributed this inefficiency to Tudor’s defensive strategy, which focused on caution and space reduction. Zazzaroni also highlighted the individual mistakes and tactical choices that contributed to the defeat, while recognizing Vlahovic’s sacrifice in the game strategy.

Journalist Paolo Esposito highlighted Naples’ convincing performance against the Fiorentina, claiming that the victory was predictable. He welcomed the evolution of Hojlund, considering it a major asset for Naples, superior to Lukaku and Lucka combined, and predicting a significant increase in its value. Esposito also highlighted Naples’ ability to win outside, notably in the Champions League, and defended his goaltender, Milinkovic-Savic, despite a cashed goal, comparing him favourably to other renowned goaltenders. He insisted that Milinkovic-Savic excelled in reviving thanks to his feet, a quality that Conte is conscious of.