Dellas: “AEK was under pressure and we knew how they would react – I thank Almeida for his words”

He was not satisfied with the image of OFI against AEK Traianos Dellasas he stated at the press conference after the a 3-0 loss.

“I am not happy, neither with the result, nor with the appearance of at least the first half. After the goal, AEK turned things up and we were constantly under pressure. We couldn’t break the pressure. In the second half we balanced, we had a chance to score and if we did we could create problems for AEK. But I think the result is fair. AEK was under pressure and we knew how they would react. We could not respond to what was needed today“, noted the Cretan coach.

Asked about OFI’s goals for the new season, he replied:We should apply for a European ticket. AEK is not up to our standards, but we should learn from such teams if we want to reach their level, competitively and psychologically».

On his feelings about being in the OPAP Arena he said: “My feelings about AEK are well known. In Aris I was born in football, in AEK I grew up. I have unlimited respect for the world of AEK, I have only pleasant memories from here. AEK will have a difficult season after being relegated».

Finally, you are invited to comment on them compliments of Matias Almeidas said: “I thank him for his kind words, he will surely know how AEK is here. I’ve given a lot, but I’ve also gotten a lot from this team. I thank him».