Massimo Maccarone hailed Empoli's shock win over Napoli.
The veteran striker helped Empoli to a 4-2 victory.
"I had faith in this group and what we did last season. I didn't know if we could express the same football in Serie A and at times we struggled to score, but we proved that it can be done," the striker told Sky Sport Italia.
"I am so proud of my teammates and can't wait to go hug each and every one of them."