Naples felt the impact of Albiol's absence negatively.
Napoli is gearing up for their next Serie A fixture against Roma, with a significant boost to their defense as Raul Albiol is set to return after an injury sustained in the second European outing of the season against Benfica.
Albiol, a former player of Real Madrid, has been a crucial part of Napoli's defense, and his absence has been felt deeply. In his absence, the Napoli defense has struggled, conceding 14 goals in 9 games.
Kalidou Koulibaly, a Senegalese international, has held down the fort admirably, remaining in the Napoli lineup throughout this challenging period. However, with Albiol's return, the partnership between the two center-backs could strengthen Napoli's defense significantly.
Pietro Colella, the manager of Napoli, has yet to announce any changes to the starting lineup, but Albiol's return is expected to see him back in his usual position. The coach who will reunite the duo is Antonio Conte, who is currently in charge of Napoli.
Napoli's current form includes 4 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses in their last 9 matches. Despite the struggles, the team has shown resilience and determination, and the return of Albiol could provide the boost they need to turn their form around.
The match between Napoli and Roma is scheduled for December 11, 2022. Fans are eagerly awaiting this encounter, which will mark Albiol's return to the Napoli lineup after his injury.
In the absence of Albiol, Mister Sarri has rotated Nikola Maksimovic and Vlad Chiriches while Koulibaly was playing. However, with Albiol back, the defense is expected to regain its solidity, providing a much-needed boost to Napoli's chances in the upcoming match against Roma.
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