Speaking on Sky Sport microphones, Stefano Pioli spoke on the eve of Milan-Porto. These are his words:
What did the Rome race leave behind?
“He left us with the awareness that by playing in a certain way we can build advantageous situations. This also gives us awareness for tomorrow’s match.”
Will the match against Porto be that of redemption in the Champions League?
“Zero points in the standings are few and we believe we deserve more. Together with the fans we will try to give ourselves a good evening in the Champions League against a difficult opponent”
What opponent will Porto be?
“The level is high and in these matches every detail can make a difference. We will have to play with more concentration than in the first leg because Porto keep the pitch well and are a great team. We will need a great performance.”
On dreaming of a week like this as a Milan coach.
“From the first day here at Milanello I had positive feelings. I have always believed in my work, in the quality of the players and in the club’s projections. The entire path we have taken must lead us to reach a goal.”
On the performance with Porto.
“Tomorrow we will need a great performance. We have the qualities to do it and we will have to prove it tame.”
On Ibrahimovic and his conditions.
“Ibrahimovic is better and Roma’s performance was of a high technical and tactical level. It needs to be managed because it comes from a long period of inactivity and we will see what choices to make.”
On the growth of the team.
“We have two great qualities at Milanello which is the daily work where the players give their all to keep growing. We are doing great performances but we can do even better both individually. Then we are balanced, we don’t get too excited or depressed when things don’t they succeed. This is the best path for a team that knows they are doing well but can do something more. “
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