The match in Istanbul made it difficult to deploy any tactics whatsoever, due to the weather, so I don't see why it should be used to prove a dacdical point. It was all kick and run and track back when the ball got stuck in the mud, as well as loofing the ball forward and hoping for the best. Can't blame the coach in that match, if you ask me.
As for Maicon and Gervinho, I was merely pointing out that Roma's tactics relied on them attacking alot and that Conte knew it and had clearly told players like Asamoah, Chiellini, Barzagli and Lichtsteiner to deal with them. Maicon isn't what he used to be, but he's still very good, and he's been a major part of Roma's success this season. The same can be said about Gervinho, even though he makes many mistakes. He's still a danger. Anyway, it's not Conte's job to ignore players like these because they aren't who they were anymore or something like that, his job is to look at how Roma will approach the game, how they're gonna attack/defend, and then make his decisions. I think how we took their flanks out of the match was very impressive, and it helped us win.