D’Aversa: “Proud of the Team’s Effort Against Atalanta”

Roberto D’Aversa, Empoli’s head coach, shared his thoughts after the match against Atalanta, where his team put up a strong fight against the Serie A leaders. Despite Atalanta securing their 11th consecutive victory, Empoli’s performance was commendable.

“We deserved a point,” D’Aversa stated. “While I can’t be satisfied with the loss, I praised the players for their efforts. Despite numerous challenges, they showed courage against a formidable opponent. We’ll regroup and focus on our next match.”

The coach acknowledged Atalanta’s strengths, particularly highlighting Charles De Ketelaere’s impact: “We were undone by an exceptional player’s brilliance. Credit to Atalanta, but our performance was remarkable, especially considering our absences.”

D’Aversa’s comments reflect a mix of disappointment and pride, emphasizing Empoli’s resilience against a top-tier team. The match demonstrated Empoli’s potential to compete at a high level in Serie A, despite the final result.