Antonio Conte fights back after criticism: I can teach football to many people

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If Antonio Conte felt assailed by recent criticism of his selections and tactics, then Monday evening’s press conference at the Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt was the moment he fought back. Conte went on the counter-attack, defending his style of play, his reluctance to pick Djed Spence or Matt Doherty, reminding his critics of everything he has won, and telling fans to support the team and trust his decisions. The first sign of Conte’s frustration came when he was asked whether the fans would get their wish for Spence to start ahead of Emerson Royal, following the Brazilian right-back’s red card against Arsenal at the Emirates on Sunday. ,” Conte said. “The fans are the fans. I understand they can think anything, but I see every day what happens during the training sessions. I try to do the best for the team. If they trust me, then they trust me, but the choices are mine. If I didn’t decide to pick one player it’s maybe because he’s not ready. We are talking about a young player with a good prospect, but I repeat I try to pick the best team.” Ever since Conte famously described Spence as a “club signing” in the summer it has been clear he did not see him as ready for the first team. He has only made one brief substitute appearance this season and this was a further reminder Conte does not think Spence can step straight into the side without it affecting the level of the team.“Also (Matt) Doherty last season played every game,” Conte continued. “Now I am not seeing him in the right way to start the game. I’m not stupid; I don’t want to lose.

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