Emphasizing the need to safeguard Napoli's key striker, Victor Osimhen, head coach Walter Mazzarri underscores the significance of protecting the talisman, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Osimhen's dismissal in the 2-0 loss to AS Roma last week results in his absence from the Serie A champions' upcoming match against Monza on Friday.
Mazzarri expresses forgiveness for the red card incident, acknowledging the importance of Osimhen to the team.
“Perhaps he felt the pressure after such a great season,” Mazzarri told a press conference on Thursday.
“Unfortunately, he was returning from an injury, and now he will play in the Africa Cup of Nations. I pardon him [for the red card] because he must be protected.”
By Olujimi Dare Ogun
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