Merrett: This year, we strive to go further in all competitions. The new 8-second ball-holding rules are to avoid delaying time

Football 9:34pm, 28 August 2025 192

Naples goalkeeper Merret was interviewed and talked about topics such as the team's recent situation.

Break Sassuolo

Merett in the first round away: "We started a good start, played a good game, showing a high degree of concentration and great sacrifice.

"We continued from the good form last season and won away: I think the team performed very well in terms of attitude, which made us twice the result with half the effort. It was an important victory that helped to get off to a smooth start. We continued this tactical plan we are familiar with: it didn't change much for me, but the pressure on players in the frontcourt would be different. Everyone knows their responsibilities because we prepare for the game well during midweek training.

"Our goals must be set up more and of course we must be humble and dedicated. We will try our best to win every game: we have the ability and we will try to go further in all competitions. We hope to do a great job in all aspects: we will do our best and work hard for it."

Talking about our best saves

Merett: "I'm not good at picking out a save. I feel I've tried my best in many games, such as in Cagliari or Genoa. Everyone has performed well throughout the season. This year we should repeat the performance of last season: great sacrifice, attitude, unity, and willingness to help each other. It's acceptable to make mistakes, but Teammates have to help beside us. We have to follow the coach’s instructions in the mid-week: We have a great coach, and following his guidance will help us.” ”

Talking about the goalkeeper’s eight-second ball-holding rules

Merett: “This is to avoid delaying time, especially for the leading team. We goalkeepers must know that we need to be faster and more prepared when we get the ball, but I don’t think it will make much change.”

Talking about Italian coach Gattuso

Merett: “I had a phone call with him this summer and didn’t talk much. It is always pleasant to be a part of the national team, and if we are called, it will continue to be extremely proud of me.”