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Napoli coach Carlo Ancelotti refused to criticize his players after they were knocked out of the Europa League at the Quarterfinals stage by Arsenal on Thursday.
The Premier League club followed by a 2-0 first leg victory with a 1-0 win at Stadio San Paolo, courtesy of an Alexandre Lacazette freekick, meaning Napoli will finish the season empty-handed.
However, Ancelotti remained adamant that it had been a positive campaign, with the Azzurri holding a firm grip on second place in Serie A.
"I am sorry for the defeat, but there is nothing I can reproach the players for," the train AC Milan and Chelsea tactician declared in his post match press conference.
"The season is not over and we have finished it. This team has proved that they can compete against their revenue.
"Our objective is to make sure we secure second place and qualify for the Champions League, and prepare for a positive campaign next year."
Napoli's elimination means that the Italian side remains in competition with Juventus knocked out of the Champions League by Ajax on Tuesday.
Source: forzaitalianfootball.com
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