Akanji vs Udinese and Napoli: Switzerland showed a great first half

Manuel Akanj​i, defender of Switzerland, commented on the 3‑0 triumph over North Macedonia in the Nations League, highlighting the quality of the first half against Udinese and especially Napoli. The interview took place immediately after the match, with Simone Togna from Sportmediaset.

The context of the victory

Switzerland overcame North Macedonia, a team from the North, with three clean goals, consolidating its position in the Nations League. Akanj​i highlighted how the team had to face disadvantageous situations in several recent matches.

In the post‑match, the defender talked about the club team's moment, emphasizing the frequency of comebacks and the uphill starts of games. He recalled that in the last four matches Switzerland was down by two goals, but kept confidence in the tactical approach.

Analysis of the first half against Napoli

“Against Udinese and especially Napoli we played a great first half, we were down 0‑2 due to some errors,” Akanj​i said. He praised the group's mentality, capable of overturning the result in both matches.

The defender concluded hoping that the upcoming matches will no longer see similar disadvantageous situations, trusting in the continuity of the winning mentality.