He left open the possibility of retiring at the end of the season Andre Vierigna speaking to the Portuguese press. Its 38-year-old leader PAOK admitted that his team did not perform well in Zagreb, but expressed faith in a turnaround in tonight’s return. The interview in detail:
– What can PAOK do in the Conference League after losing 2-0 in the first game?
“It was not a very good game from our side. We have the second game at home and we hope to overturn the result and progress. It will be difficult because they have a very good team…”
– You are 38 years old. How long would you like to play?
“I can’t reach Pepe (s.s. laughs). It might be my last year. I don’t know what will happen in the next few months, but I feel good. I hope to help the team when they need me and continue like this until the end of the season.”
– Portugal looks like one of the favorites in the Euro. What does a European champion have to say about this?
“The title of favorite is justified by our performances. Portugal has quality. It has players with a lot of experience who compete in the best leagues in the world. Portugal is indeed one of the favourites.”
– Is the generation of 2016 compared to today?
“They are different generations. Perhaps this generation has more international experience, especially in the big teams and major European leagues. Different generations. The quality has always been there. The secret to our success in 2016 was our unity and I think the new manager has already achieved that, which is also proven by our results.”
– How do you see Cristiano Ronaldo at 39 years old and with the same thirst for titles?
“He is the Ronaldo that everyone knows. That ambition, that desire to always win, and that’s what keeps him at the top level, regardless of the fact that he’s playing in Saudi Arabia. He is an example for all players. Having Cristiano Ronaldo in the National team is a big help and that’s why he makes Portugal one of the favorites to win the European Championship.”
Source: Sport Fm
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