Statements after the triumph of Olympiakos against Aston Villa and their historic qualification to the final of the Conference League, made by Jose Luis Mendilibar!
The Basque coach emphasized that he always believed in his players, dedicated the great success to the friends of the “red and whites”, while making it clear that everyone in the team wants to lift the European trophy in the final of the OPAP Arena!
In detail what the coach of Olympiakos said:
About his feelings: “Right now I don’t know what to say. Even after the 2-0 we had our anxiety. Then we started rejoicing for the people in the stadium, for those celebrating in the streets, for our players. It is a huge joy especially for the world of Olympiakos”.
For the big qualification against the team that is 4th in the Premier League: “I believed in the team. I knew our potential and that we were able to win both games. Aston Villa was a team that suited us. I suffered on the bench, but I believed in the team and so did our players.”.
On whether he expected this success when he came to Olympiakos: “I didn’t expect it, I didn’t know the Greek league, I was trying to gather information. I believed in our potential and that we can claim the championship and do well in Europe. We worked well, we played well and we deserve to be here. I thank Olympiakos for giving me the opportunity to be here”.
On whether he receives the immense love of the world: “I always go out to the pitch before the match and take a walk. I have felt the love and acceptance of the good work we do. I feel a little embarrassed because I don’t want to be seen as doing it for the apotheosis. Thank you for the love the world gives”.
On whether he will manage to lift a European trophy again this year: “I hope so. We will try. We will study Fiorentina a lot. We saw her with Bruges. They are a capable team and I hope we can respond”.
Source: Sport Fm
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