Obradovic: “Let Red Star beat us 25 times in a row – We were higher in the Euroleague and that says something”

The assessment of the seasons was made by Zeljko Obradovic admitting that the They were partisans passed under the arm. The Serbian coach commented on Red Star’s eight consecutive wins against his team, while talking about toxicity, refereeing, and the purges in his team’s roster.

He spoke in detail about:

-failure in Adriatic League and championship: “From the first final onwards, it was clear where the situation was going. I never showed anyone, I knew our chances were slim. I congratulated Red Star, they beat us this year. But we played in the ABA Liga, in a league that did not give place to the Euroleague. And that says something.”

-the hostile climate at Red Star headquarters: “I always say that we should not see unpleasant images. I always ask for calmness and respect for the opponent. People see it, they greet me everywhere, except for one particular stadium. Last year, after one of our victories, I was in a restaurant and when I heard a song insulting Red Star, I asked it to stop. And I left.”

-the 8-0 of Red Star: “What can I say about the referees, let Red Star beat us in 25 games in a row. I have no problem. But the fact that last year and this year we had more victories than them says something, and this cannot happen by chance.”

– the Serbian league: “After the final in the ABA Liga, I said that the Serbian league is a circus and I have to apologize for that statement. When we were young and went to the circus, we had fun. What is happening here is tragic. What happened in the semi-finals and finals was ridiculous. I said that the criteria are not the same.”

– this year’s failed run in the Euroleague: “The team started well and everything was decided in the details. We play against Spanish teams, against Olympiakos, Panathinaikos, Efes, Monaco. We could finish high like last year with two or three more wins. The details decided the outcome, that’s how sports are. I know that at the moment it is difficult to be a fan of Partizan, that’s why I decided to stay, to fight for this team.”

– changes to the roster: “We spoke to the players, we made it clear to them that we won’t keep someone who doesn’t feel happy, satisfied. There were players who did not understand what Partizan means, what they should do for Partizan, how to behave. We made some decisions and we will make even more.”