Statements at the press conference after the defeat of Olympiakos in the derby of the “eternals”, made by Jose Luis Mendilibarwho commented on the bad game played by his team, described the defensive function of his players as problematic, while emphasizing that there is still room for recovery.
In detail what the coach of Olympiakos said:
On the fact that there was one team that looked like they couldn’t turn the match around and whether some of the players who are fighting have understood: “We played badly. We weren’t good. Our defensive function was in trouble from the start. Even when we were 1-0 up. This happened in the previous games as well. These are issues that need to be fixed and resolved. Because in both matches against Maccabi and Panathinaikos, the two opponents showed better than us”.
On whether this situation is normal with the defense and the question of the essence of the team and what it has to do with: “Well, in the Greek league there is a difference between the two teams. In the last two games we lost it was because the opponents were better than us. Panathinaikos was efficient. When we took the lead and then had the 1-1 we had a clear chance, Navarro. In the 2nd part we didn’t find the strength. We lost the pieces of the game and the opponent was better”.
On whether Olympiacos can cover the lost ground: “Yes, of course there is room to recover. 9 games left to play. We need to improve things. The next match is against AEK. We will have 15 days to prepare. Let’s make the most of this time. There are many games ahead of us but also opportunities”.
Source: Sport Fm
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