Three faces from Mars they were today, Thursday (14/03), at the IEK of Journalism in Thessaloniki, speaking and answering the students’ questions. In particular, the coach of the “yellows” was present. Akis Manziosthe young midfielder, Michalis Panagidis and the team manager, George Gougoulias.
The Greek coach spoke about Aris’ progress in the Cup, saying that if they win it in the final against Panathinaikos history will write them. “We managed in the first phase to fulfill a big goal that the team had, the final of the Cup. We have reached the final after 14 years and are one game away from lifting a trophy after 54 years.
I hope everyone who plays, in the starting line-up or comes off the bench, that we don’t have stress or at least the stress is creative so that we can win the Cup. We spent a lot of time with the guys to understand how important it is for Ari to get a trophy, they all understand that if we do it, history will be written for us».
THE Panagidisfor his part, stated: “our dream, of all Ari’s players, is to win the Cup this year. I feel very good that we are in the final».
Finally, O George Gougoulias he reflected on his own role and how the players are affected: “a lot is heard, a lot is said and most of it is not even true. It is a part of me and the coach to keep the players, to keep their ears closed to what is heard from outside, so that they are ready and focused because many things are done on purpose».
Source: Sport Fm
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