Fiorentina coach Cesare Prandelli speaks ahead of the Serie A clash with Crotone on Matchday 19.

ON NAPOLI - "It never happened to me before to lose 6-0, I didn't expect it after the positive performance against Inter. Now we must immediately react against Crotone. I was proud of the initial approach to the game at Napoli. Of course, attacking with so many players turned out to be a mistake."

ON THE MATCH AGAINST CROTONE - "Football is about balance and tomorrow we must find it. We have analysed the moments of the match in which we suffer most, and the initial ten minutes often are. It's ok to be aggressive from the offset, but as long as we're careful at the back. I want to see my team show maturity. And we have the players to see this. It's and important match for us on every level. I am convinced we will do well, I trust my team. Crotone are a good side, it won't be easy. Crotone have ideas, are balanced. Congratulations to Crotone and to coach Stroppa. We must exploit their weaknesses"

ON RETURNING TO FIORENTINA - "I decided to come to Fiorentina with my heart. I owe a lot to the club and the city. So even if it's a tough time I don't regret my decision. If you're scared of being sacked - don't be a coach!" 

ON INDIVIDUALS - "I am convinced Ribery will make us win the game tomorrow. I believe Ribery wants to show he is important for us. Pulgar is recovering - being on his own during lockdown was tough. People think footballers are superhumans, but they are humans. The players I have are the best possible players. I believe my players are good. I don't want to talk about the transfer window"