Vitoria: “It seemed as if … we were ashamed to win – in the second half we dominated without threatening”

With an appearance from the old, Panathinaikos dominated against Fiorentina and prevailed with 3-2 for the ’16’ phase Conference Leaguetaking a big step for a great qualification.

THE Rui Vitoria He was satisfied with the appearance of his players, as he said at the press conference, though he had some complaints about how they managed the quick lead they took.

In detail what Rui Vittoria said at the press conference:

In the second half of Panathinaikos, we have to go back several years to think of such good performance at such a high level. How did this transformation happen? The biggest problem in the first half was the right side and the Goze’s interception, which in the second became an advantage with the collaboration of Vagiannidis-Tete? What changes did you make and saw this picture in the second half?

“I think there was a very good game. In a first half we went in very well, with great discipline in our plan. Unfortunately it seemed like … we were ashamed to win 2-0. We have lost our concentration, it is difficult to explain this. We gave oxygen to the opponent. Then we couldn’t get back in the first half again. While we were very good and controlled the opponent’s balls and the marks in the center, what we missed on the left side of Fiorentina was to adapt to the diagonal balls. In the second half we improved this, saying that our backbone should be ready and fast and helping the huffs. In this way we eliminated an aggressive shot of the opponent.

We showed that we want the victory, we dominated aggressively, we made phases, We found a third goal, we could also fourthwhile we were not threatened. It became a good European level game with a strong opponent. We are in the qualification, we took the first step and in the second match we want to complete our mission. The players who came into the same positions as those who came out came in to give energy and to help with some regular issues. We also had some absences. In any case I have to congratulate those who fought for an important and sweet victory. To give a big thumbs up and to our fanswho gave a huge pulse. It’s a shame that the stadium is so big, on a smaller stadium all this world would do incredible atmosphere. The support of the world was shocking, however, it helped us a lot and we want to continue. “

Should you change something ahead of the rematch?

“Sure! We need to analyze the game well and understand what awaits us. There are times when we need to be much stronger in terms of the part of emotions. To have emotional balanceit cannot be gaining that we make us lose our concentration. At this level every moment of weakness can be made from the opponent’s. It goes without saying that in the second game we will see a team that wants to win and pass, but we also showed today that We know what we are doing. Aggressively we can create many problems. I think it will be an equivalent game with two strong teams. I think this was, although it is considered a favorite for the event Fiorentina. We took a first lead and we will do everything to maintain it. “

Today Panathinaikos made the biggest phases. Is this a tool for rematch? Have players losses played a role in some results? On their return will Panathinaikos be even stronger?

‘For the first leg, it is important for groups like us be as effective as they become. We have quality players. This, of course, does not mean that we should not look for as many opportunities as possible. But it is important not to waste them. So it’s very important to have players ready at any time to score goals. Today we had a great deal of it, we work it daily in training. We have it in our minds. We are creating phases, it is good that we have achieved this today.

As for the second part, certainly the fact that we do not have all players is something that makes it difficult for us. We find it difficult to manage When we talk about many consecutive games. We have played our 15th game since January, Fiorentina has given 3-4 less than us. As you understand within 3 days we are fighting again. Most of all we are affected by absences. We cannot have the rest at 100% of physical condition. But we can’t stand on it. I stand for those who are available. For me it is much worse not to have the players available, I prefer to have them even if they are complaining that they do not play. I hope all will be available soon. “

You trusted Sfinterski and left Ioannidis out. He did very well against an Italian team, just like Jurisic. How did you see them?

“As for Sfinterski, as I have said many times, because it came from inaction we tried to gradually integrate it into our own game and generally into the levels of fitness. Ioannidis knows that he is very good, as is Geremegev. Sfiderski came from a goal, had a good timing, a good presence in the area, very good moves. We decided to play from the beginning, and our three strikers are very good and ready to help at any time. I really liked his performance, but also how Ioannidis came in with his energy. I also have to congratulate TETE and Jurisic who had a difficult task. And defensively but also to take advantage of Fiorentina’s weaknesses. They didn’t make the perfect game, but they created rifts, they had phases, they participated in the goals. “

I would like a comment on Arao’s presence in the center of defense. It is struck by two of the best players of the match were the January transcripts. How important is it to help these players so directly?

“And I wanted to find a chance to talk about it. Arao we know well what he can do. It was time out due to injury. As Maximovic played with Vikingur, today Arao has done it, after having fought more often in this position. In a special and difficult match. I really liked his performance. He is a smart footballer, he understands when to direct the defense high or to download measures. Can help build attacks from behind.

It is important that we can find players to help us. The January market is difficult, you have to be very careful in your moves. I think both players have helped and will do it more. We have to take care of Sfinterski because he came from inaction. The work that has been done is very good, their team assimilated very quickly. Siopis being and Greek adapted faster. It was in our minds to bring players who would want some time of adjustment, because you have two ways in January. Or to bring players who will perform immediately or bring players with a prospect for the future. We wanted the first, players who know Greek reality. They have helped a lot and I hope in Florence we have even more options available. “