Naples Coach Conte Impressed by Frankfurt's Defensive Skills - Eintracht Frankfurt's Defiant Defense Holds Napoli to Goalless Draw
Eintracht Frankfurt held Serie A leaders Napoli to a goalless draw in the Champions League, earning praise from both sides for their defensive display. Napoli manager Antonio Conte commended Frankfurt's defensive performance, comparing it to the Italian 'catenaccio' style.
Frankfurt's defensive wall, marshalled by Germany international Robin Koch, stood firm against Napoli's attacks. Koch praised his team's solid performance away from home. Napoli manager Antonio Conte expected a different style of play from a German team but was impressed by Frankfurt's defensive organisation.
Frankfurt's defence, trained and organised by head coach Dino Toppmöller, struggled to break into Napoli's penalty area in attack. However, they managed to hold off the Italian side, securing a valuable point. Toppmöller accepted Conte's remark as a compliment, acknowledging Italy's defensive prowess. Frankfurt defender Arthur Theate revealed that the team adopted an 'Italian style' of defence to secure the draw.
Eintracht Frankfurt's defensive performance against Napoli was commended by both sides. The German team held off the Serie A leaders, earning a crucial point in the Champions League. Frankfurt's defensive organisation, led by Robin Koch, proved effective, despite struggling in attack.
