AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca believes his side is ready for the challenge of facing league leaders Napoli in Tuesday’s crucial Serie A clash at the San Siro.
Napoli head into the encounter sitting at the top of the Serie A table with 22 points, while AC Milan occupy eighth place with 14 points and are looking to close the gap on the front-runners.
Softfootball understands that Fonseca has great respect for Napoli’s quality and their impressive start to the campaign but remains confident his team can rise to the occasion.
The Portuguese tactician acknowledged that Napoli have been one of the standout teams in Italy this season, praising their consistency, strong form, and the influence of their experienced manager.
Despite Napoli’s position at the summit of the standings, Fonseca insists Milan are steadily improving and have the quality to compete with the best teams in the league.
He believes the Rossoneri have what it takes to challenge for the Serie A title this season if they continue their current development and maintain belief in their abilities.
A positive result against Napoli would provide a major boost to Milan’s Scudetto ambitions while also sending a strong message to their title rivals as the Serie A season gathers momentum.
