Paschalakis on bwinSPORT FM: “We all very much want to lift the cup on Greek soil”

The big “want” that exists in everyone at Olympiakos was conveyed by Alexandros Paschalakis speaking to News Bulletin 247 and George Tsanakas. The international goalkeeper of the red and whites emphasized that everyone wants to lift his trophy Conference League on Greek soil, while he highlighted the great importance of the good atmosphere in the team, the presence of Mendiliber and the beneficial… consequences of the away victory against Maccabi for the success of Olympiakos so far.

In detail, the statements of Alexandros Paschalakis to News Bulletin 247 and Giorgos Tsanakas…



How is the atmosphere in the team? Is there anxiety, impatience?

Certainly there is anxiety, impatience, but the team is preparing, there is trust, both individually and as a team. Preparation is what plays an important role for us. From today let’s be as well prepared as possible.

For the players’ “want” for this trophy:

It is honorable. It is something we very much want to lift this cup in Greek soil. I think that the preparation and readiness of the players is at a very high level. This year is a marathon, with many games, we are nearing the end, there is fatigue, but the “I want” and the soul is what must and will prevail

If the secret for Olympiakos is the climate that exists:

The climate is the A and Z. We spend many hours together with the children. It is very important that it includes a group of very good characters. We have very good children, very good football players, a good atmosphere and everyday life is pleasant and this shows on the pitch as well.

What was the game that made everyone in the team believe that Olympiacos can go all the way?

With Maccabi the second match. You believed in your abilities in this match.

What has Medilibar brought to the team?

It’s the same team. Not much has changed, just a coach putting his own touches. Discipline is very important with this coach and the contagiousness he has in some important parts is what has helped us a lot.

If as a Greek in Olympiakos he feels more the responsibility and how much the world wants him?

You have responsibility in every match. You have this anxiety about doing well and not displeasing this world. The responsibility is great, and the joy is great as you are also in a final. And we will do our best to get the cup.

A message to the world:

Usually in these cases you invite people to the stadium. Something completely different is happening here. Half of Greece wants to be on the field. It is difficult to find everyone, we wanted all our people to be with us but unfortunately in Greece we do not have a stadium with 200,000 seats. We want the stadium to have a good atmosphere, no problems to be created and a final that will be remembered for many years.

Is it better to play such important matches close together without having time to think about it or not?

My point is to play as fast as possible. Don’t have time to think about it.