Napoli head coach Rafa Benitez has praised his side’s performance following their 3-0 win over Roma to reach the Coppa Italia final.
Having lost the first leg 3-2 at the Stadio Olimpico, the Partenopei progressed 5-3 on aggregate and will now face Fiorentina in the final on either May 3 or 7 depending on Europa League progress.
“It wasn’t the perfect performance, but it was almost perfect,” the 53-year-old tactician told his post-match press conference.
“Everyone worked in the defensive phase and then we were able to score three great goals.”
Benitez also shared his thoughts on Diego Maradona’s attendance at the Stadio San Paolo during the second-half and how his Azzurri side is developing.
“It was easier to win with Maradona there, but let us not take the credit away from these lads, as they played really well,” he continued.
“I met Maradona some years ago, he could be useful for us on the pitch!
“The new signings are giving us more balance.
“Gokhan Inler and Jorginho work very well together in midfield and help out the defence.
“Marek Hamsik has now fully recovered and is working very hard for the team.
“I hope this victory will give us more confidence to take into Serie A, as Sassuolo awaits.”
