Many will see Real Madrid's match-up with Napoli in the Champions League last-16 as a potential banana skin for Los Blancos, with Fabio Capello laying out how he thinks the Serie A side can cause an upset.
In charge of Real on two occasions, both of which brought LaLiga title successes, the Italian tactician has stated that Napoli must be confident in the face of a raucous Estadio Santiago Bernabeu atmosphere.
"Napoli must be very focused, and not just for the first 15 minutes," the 70-year-old said to Radio Kiss Kiss. "They must not concede possession to Real Madrid.
"The Madrid fans are used to winning and seeing good football, so they can often whistle and jeer if their opponents play the ball out from the back.
"Napoli have the characteristics to make it difficult for Madrid, as they can play direct and have a good first touch. That could create problems."
A crucial away goal could turn the tide in the Partenopei's favour, with Capello believing they should go to great lengths to score in Madrid.
"Napoli must always try and push forward, never sit back," he added.
"They must try and impose their game on the Bernabeu, even though they are up against top level players. I wish them luck."
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