With “golden scorer” him Kostas Fortunis in the first 22 seconds of the match, o Olympic prevailed Genk 1-0 and took the lead in qualifying for the Europa League playoffs!
A result that according to the coach of Genk, Wouter Vrankendoes injustice to the Belgians, as, as he pointed out characteristically a fairer result would be a draw.
At the same time, he expressed his opinion that Genk can reverse the situation in Belgium and get that qualification.
His statements in detail:
About his feelings: “We have mixed feelings. It was not easy with a goal in the 1st minute. But then we came back. In the first half they were pretty good after that although we didn’t show that much faith. It’s a lot to manage. In the 2nd part we believed. With our quality we went for goals. We did very well, but we missed the goal.”
For Olympiakos’ goal: “It was an individual mistake but let’s not mess with the player. We should have been more efficient. We dominated a part of the match.”
On whether he agrees that Olympiakos’ victory was fair: “I do not agree. We deserved the draw.”
To qualify: “The pair is still open. Our players believe it. We know Olympiakos. We prepared well. Olympiakos players have individual characteristics and quality. We did well and there is faith that we can succeed and turn the situation around. How can we do it next week?”
Source: Sport Fm
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