What happened. Allegri explained his decision to make two changes to Napoli's starting XI for the match against Como, citing technical reasons and the hot, humid conditions.

Allegri says Olivera and Lang are on same level as starters.
Substitutions could be decisive due to extreme heat.
Allegri warns about Como's counter-attacking danger.

“It was a technical choice for this game, both Lang and Olivera are on the same level as those who started against Genoa.”
— Massimiliano Allegri

Napoli look to build on their opening win, with Allegri's rotation key in tough conditions.

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