Conte explains why De Bruyne starts on the Napoli bench vs. Pisa
Antonio Conte has explained his decision to bench Kevin De Bruyne for Napoli's match against Pisa as a technical choice made during the week. Eljif Elmas started in De Bruyne's place, while Sam Beukema returned to the defense and Giovanni Di Lorenzo was deployed as a right wing-back. Napoli need one win in their final two matches to secure Champions League qualification.
- ▪Antonio Conte cited 'technical' reasons for starting Kevin De Bruyne on the bench against Pisa.
- ▪Eljif Elmas replaced De Bruyne in the starting lineup for Napoli's match versus Pisa.
- ▪Sam Beukema returned to Napoli's defense, with Giovanni Di Lorenzo playing as a right wing-back.
- ▪Napoli need one victory in their last two Serie A matches to mathematically qualify for the Champions League.
- ▪Conte's future at Napoli may be discussed within 10 days if the club secures Champions League qualification.
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