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Antonio Vergara comments on Conte's Napoli exit and Arsenal match ahead

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:40 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Antonio Vergara comments on Conte's Napoli exit and Arsenal match ahead

Summary

Antonio Vergara of Napoli expressed surprise at Antonio Conte’s exit as head coach, which came after two successful years. He noted that under new coach Massimiliano Allegri, players feel a strong personal connection. Napoli opened their season with a 2-0 victory over Genoa. Vergara highlighted the upcoming Champions League match against Arsenal at the Stadio Maradona, signaling excitement for the atmosphere and potential performance in Europe.

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By the Numbers

•Antonio Conte exited Napoli after winning a Scudetto and Supercoppa Italiana.
•Massimiliano Allegri is now the head coach, making his home debut this weekend.
•Vergara scored and assisted in Napoli's 2-0 season-opening win over Genoa.
•Napoli prepares to face Arsenal in the Champions League at Stadio Maradona.
•Vergara believes both Napoli and Inter are equal at this point in the season.

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12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Vergara ‘surprised’ by Conte’s Napoli exit, ‘can’t wait’ to face Arsenal

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Napoli talent Antonio Vergara admits he was ‘surprised’ by Antonio Conte’s exit and sees ‘zero difference’ with defending champions Inter: ‘Only the table matters.’Napoli and Italy talen...
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