Napoli coach Rafa Benitez was in a better mood after their 1-1 draw against Lazio in the first-leg of the Coppa Italia semifinal.

Benitez had been snippy with reporters after defeat to Torino on the weekend.

"I thought the second half against Torino was good. Tonight the first half we worked hard when Lazio were pushing, then did very well after the break, remaining concentrated throughout.

"I think after many years someone has the right to be angry when things don't work."