Jovanovic: “We were ‘forced’ to have high goals – The playoffs had already started”

About the battle for the title in this year’s Super League playoffs, he spoke Ivan Jovanovich on the Cosmote TV camera, in his statements ahead of Panathinaikos’ derby with AEK in the premiere of the mini league!

Everything he said will be broadcast on Sunday night, 3/19, on the Sportshow show before the big game AEK-Panathinaikos.

The coach of the “clover” referred to the great match, explained why his team had to set high goals this year, while emphasizing:I have a feeling that the playoffs started earlier for several teams».

Among other things he said:

For the expected changes: “The big teams don’t change their competitive profile. This applies to us, but also to the rest of the contenders for the title.”

For the premiership derby: “There are no secrets between the two teams. I expect a good, competitive and open game.”

On whether the schedule matters in the playoffs: “Whoever we played with in the first matchday of the playoffs, the start would be important. Based on what we’ve seen in the last period of time, I have the feeling that the playoffs have started earlier for several teams.”

For the battle of the top: “There is tremendous competition for the top spot in the league.”

For AEK: “AEK is a very good team, they are playing a good championship.”

For the importance of the playoffs: “This year’s playoffs are different for us compared to last year, when the championship was decided and second place was essential.”

For the goals of Panathinaikos: “Our image last year with going to Europe and winning the Cup, combined with the history of Panathinaikos, “forced” us to have high goals. For some it might have been “quick”, for others too much, but we knew we were a team that could support their goals.”