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There is no such case at Napoli . When I realized we were about to hold yet another press conference, I preferred to cancel it. Why? Because I don’t think press conferences are necessary before matches, considering we play every three days.
We are in retreat and we must avoid any distraction for the players from their concentration on the match . When you go on retreat, everyone must be completely protected,” said Aurelio De Laurentiis, quelling any
speculation about the decision to cancel Max Allegri’s press conference at the last minute . The timing was striking, given that the press room in Castel Volturno was packed and everyone was just waiting for the Tuscan coach to arrive.
