Spartan Jakub Pešek is looking forward to fights with the defender Lyon Emerson in the European League
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You beat Pardubice this weekend. Did you keep the mood that prevailed after the derby?
After the national team break, our goal was to return to the league victorious. We’re glad it worked out. We believe that we will continue in a similar way.
But Sparta is not doing well against its French rivals. You didn’t even manage the August duels with Monaco.
Monaco and I played two tough matches, so we know what awaits us. We will try to manage Lyon better in terms of results.
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Can you take anything from the duels with Monaco?
I believe that confrontation with Monaco will help us all. She set up a mirror for the young players. Now we are on a winning streak, we have gained confidence. It’s time to show him against Lyon.
Where do you place the match with him in your career?
Very high, he’s a very good opponent. We want to succeed. But Lyon has a huge quality, it will be one of the hardest matches of my career. I believe we are properly prepared for them. They are of great quality, but I believe we can handle the match.
Only if you confirm an improved defense …
We kept zero with both the Rangers and Slavia. These were matches probably similar to what awaits us now. Again, it will be important to try not to collect, from which we can bounce back in such difficult matches.
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You grow in the support of Sparta. Do you feel more pressure on yourself?
I perceive from the surroundings that a lot is expected of me, but it does not bind me. I only focus on my performance to help the team. I’m doing well, I’m sticking. I will be ready again and will do my best for success.
The defense of Lyon is led by German world champion Jerome Boateng. A big challenge for you, isn’t it?
I’ve met similar players before. I’m most looking forward to confronting Emerson, whom I will meet on my side. It will be very interesting for me. I’m terribly curious what they will show on Letná. But they play as a team, it’s not just about individuals. We all have to give our best, which can lead to a positive result. It will be a fight.
In the last cup match, the children encouraged you. What kind of atmosphere do you expect when adult fans return to the auditorium?
During the match with the Rangers, the children created a wonderful atmosphere for us. I have never experienced one before, she was exceptional. Now I’m looking forward to the great atmosphere of our adult fans, with Rapid they caught up with us. Hopefully as many of them as possible.
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