Stefano Tacconi pays tribute to Maradona and sings Conte’s praises: emotional statements from former Juventus legend on visit to Diego’s mural
An emotionally charged gesture and words that ignited the hearts of fans: Italian soccer legend Stefano Tacconi gave a live interview on Kiss Kiss Napoli that did not go unnoticed.
The former goalkeeper paid tribute to Diego Maradona in front of the famous Neapolitan mural and had honeyed words for Antonio Conte, prophesying a Napoli ready to fight for the Scudetto. A story that intertwines glorious past and future ambitions.
Maradona murale Napoli: l’omaggio sentito di Tacconi
“This morning I honored Diego at the mural, he has always respected me and it was only right to honor him.”
Tacconi declared with his heart in his hand. It was a simple but profound gesture that brought the former Juventus goalkeeper back into the spotlight in Naples. The Maradona mural is a symbol for the city: a work of art celebrating the Pibe de Oro, capable of uniting generations of fans.
“I had wanted to be there for a long time.”
Tacconi confessed, emphasizing how different Maradona was from the often stereotyped image.
“A person full of values.”
He added, making his tribute a moment of pure emotion.
The bond between Tacconi and Naples has distant roots.
“There was a time when I was close to Napoli.”
revealed, hinting at a past that could have been tinged with blue. But his choice was clear:
“With the head that I have I said ‘I stay at Juve and win everything.'”
A decision that did not erase respect for a city that lives soccer like few other places in the world. His gesture at the mural is not just a remembrance, but a bridge between eras that speaks of passion and respect for those who made history.
Conte e lo scudetto: Tacconi crede nel trionfo azzurro
Not just memories, however: Tacconi looked at the present with an expert eye, singing the praises of Antonio Conte.
“He is capable of changing the mentality in any team he coaches. “He can aim for the Scudetto easily.”
Words that sound like music to Azzurri fans, who see in Conte a leader ready to bring the tricolor back under Vesuvius.
The season is showing a solid and hungry Napoli, with Conte able to mold a team capable of competing with the best. Tacconi, who knows about winning, has no doubts about the Azzurri’s potential.
“Today’s Napoli is a team that plays with heart and head.”
It seems to suggest his enthusiasm. And as the city prepares for new challenges, the endorsement of a legend like Tacconi is a confidence booster, like a goal in the 90th that blows up the stadium.
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