The words from the yellow-red center-back: “We must commend them. The changeovers? It has to be this way, everyone is involved. “Everyone has been training well.”
Gianluca Mancini spoke into the Sky microphones at the end of the match against Como. Here are his words:
“We start with the sacrifice, especially considering how Como was playing. “Congratulations are in order for Como, as for me, it has been the toughest and most challenging match of the recent rounds. In the first half, they were tough to get a handle on, they were constantly moving, providing no reference points.” In the locker room, we told ourselves to expect them to play a lower game, as we were not able to intercept their passes. It was a beautiful demonstration of humility. “We knew they would play this way, and in the end, our joy was akin to a grand victory,”.
Tonight, the changes made a significant difference. “It has to be this way, they’re all involved. They all train well, the coach sends 11 players onto the field but with 5 substitutions, who comes on is really important and tonight everyone did well and gave us something to win.” MANCINI ON DAZN
What will the game be like on Thursday? “All games in Europe are tough. We will study Athletic but we will be ready”. “What happened in the past 3 months?” “In the results, in the carefreeness. Happy to play football. Today, Como put on an incredibly thrilling match. One of the most grueling games this year, the three points earned are indeed worth more. The goal conceded, can you explain? “Firstly, I made that little step towards Perrone and I should have been more skilled in managing the situation. I then ran off thinking that the pass was heading in that direction and believing I had the cover of Ndicka. We spoke with him, it was a team cover-up. It was also tough in the second half. “Try to follow the references and try to be more compact. You tend to stay on them, but opening gaps and a team like Como can hurt you”, MANCINI IN PRESS CONFERENCE, On the game. “A tough, challenging match, enormous congratulations to Como, one of the most difficult of the season. We found it extremely hard to catch them, trailing by a goal at halftime, we told ourselves that winning was of utmost importance.” We’ve done it. We need to improve on management, aside from with Monza, we’ve always had a bit of a struggle. “On the goal conceded.”
“But are we on the right track.”
These were the urgent questions grappled with in the aftermath of a tester match. The team and its supporters were left to contemplate on the implications of the goal that was conceded. Have the past strategies all been for naught, or are they inching closer to the ultimate victory, despite the recent setback?
This certainly fuels some intense debates in the locker rooms and sports bars alike. The matchmaking and the strategizing continue unabated, underlining the enduring spirit of the game. The stakes remain high and the anticipation palpable. The narrative of comeback and resilience could indeed be woven into the fabric of this thrilling sport if we persist amidst challenges, giving credence to the hopeful notion that, perhaps, we are indeed on the right path. “I immediately reviewed it during the interval. Our assessment was that in the first half we did things we couldn’t manage to do across the entire field, we never got hold of it.” We’ve given him plenty of room. My reading of the body on Perrone’s pass, which was an excellent maneuver, suggests that perhaps if we’d been tighter in our formation, we wouldn’t have conceded a goal. There exists, of course, the opponents who are talented. Reflecting upon this, we can only improve. “In the second half, we found ourselves in a battle.”
“What could the cup mean with Athletic Bilbao on Thursday?”
“The past few years show that we hold every competition in high regard.” The Italian Cup remains here because we can do better, we care deeply. In Europe, we have always played great matches. They have changed compared to before, and so have we. Starting Tuesday, we will be studying them; they are going to be two tough matches. Our goal, after such a grim start, is to focus on the present, one game at a time. “Every Sunday, every Thursday, always give it your all, sweat, fight, bring home the three points as tonight”.
How important was the group? “I never tire of saying it. True unity is tested in times of adversity. Unfortunately, things were initially tough, but the group never became divided. We all train at our maximum potential and then the coach makes the decisions. Truly, the essence of a resilient team. The group is fantastic, united, even before when things were going poorly, we felt it deeply. Now the results are evident, but the commitment remains the same. “These games give us courage and awareness.”
“Is this defensive trio stronger, or the one in Tirana with Smalling?” “I can’t answer that, there was a different coach, tactical situations. “As individuals, they are all strong, before and even now. By working together, we improve, and I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to play with these guys.” Celik now doesn’t miss a shot from that position anymore. Then, Rensch enters and makes an assist. Missing out on going a bit further? “Zeki is indeed a one-of-a-kind professional, an amazing young man. I’ve always told him that this was his position. He’s currently playing extremely well, he’s engaged in defense, swift, difficult to surpass. “Wherever the coach puts me to play is not a problem, I always give my maximum. The types of matches change, but we adjust,” says the resilient player. His commitment to his team and his adaptability in the face of fluctuating game scenarios indeed makes a sensational piece of news. Sorry, but you didn’t provide any text to translate.