Almeida: “Before I came the championships ended in November, now there is a lot of competition”

In the press conference after the 2-2 with Panathinaikos o Matias Almeida.

“Before I came the championships ended in November, now there is a lot of competition“, characteristically said the “two-headed” technician.

Everything he said in detail:

What prevails more: That AEK was in danger of defeat for 75 minutes or the final that went on to get the victory?

“First of all good evening. We have to analyze the whole game. We started well. At times the opponent had more control, we took advantage of a counter attack and took the lead. We repeated what happened with Olympiakos: we had five minutes of mistakes, the opponent found a static phase with a second ball and equalized. In the second half we were better. The second goal comes from the opponent with another static phase. And we then tried to make our own game. We could have a reward for our efforts in the final minutes. But it was a good game, it was a derby. I’m keeping the team’s reaction. The teamwork and mental strength of this roster, which bounces back in any adversity».

If Garcia has something?

“He finished the match and I think he took a hit. These matches are always strong. We will see tomorrow. We hope everyone will be ready on Wednesday».

How does he see AEK after the break and what are his thoughts on Wednesday’s match?

“We have a lot of games in our legs, as do many opponents. In the new year we already have two derbies. We started well. We know that the league will be strong, competitive and tough. You know it well. I have been here for 1.5 years. You were tired of seeing leagues end in… February. This season, like last year, will be competitive, because there are teams competing. We are one of the few teams that have the same roster and we fight to the maximum. The Cup match now is difficult. Ares is much better than last year. We respect all groups. Someone should qualify and we’ll see what happens».