Panathinaikos completed the basic stage of his preparation in Austria, knowing a 2-1 defeat by Braga in the last friendly and is now in the final straight for the two very critical matches with Rangers in the context of Second qualifying round of the Champions League.
One of the central faces of this year’s preparation, was the Pedro. The Spanish Huff will wear the clover for the next two years and with his statements to the press representatives who watched the preparation, he talked about his first impressions from the team.
Among other things, he stood the differences between Panathinaikos and Nantes in the way of playing, analyzed his own style on the pitch and his adaptability, responded to the goals he has set as a “greens” player and stood by the reasons why he responded positively to Panathinaikos’ proposal.
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In detail, Pedro Tsivaya’s statements:
What are your first impressions of your team, quality and level? Your opinion on preparation?
“I am very happy these first days here with the team. I think we show a lot of tension in training and games. I am really happy and I hope we continue to improve. “
In Nantes they are competing with another defensive tackle and so far seems to be close to the way Panathinaikos plays. Is it easier for you to be in the game?
“Yes of course. I played a lot of games in Nantes, many times with two together, other times alone in the midfield. I feel comfortable with both systems, except that we were more defended there while here we want to have the ball. In Nant we were playing more with counterattacks. I think I can adapt to both styles, I wish I could show it from the first game. “
Pedro Why did you choose to continue your career in Panathinaikos and what are the dreams you have with your new club?
“Because I want to improve. I thought my time at Nantes was over, because I played a lot and I needed a change. When Panathinaikos came and showed me interest I said “yes” immediately, because it’s a great opportunity to win titles and play in European events, which is very important to me. “
Spanish players have a good tradition in Panathinaikos. Several players from your country in previous years “put their stamp” here. How would you like to remember you in ten years from now?
“For me the most important thing is remembering me as a player who gave 100% to the club every day. It is really something I consider to be the most important, to remember me as a humble man who gave everything for the club. “
Did you have a conversation with the coach before signing Panathinaikos?
“No I didn’t talk to the coach, but I did it with all the others next to him. They showed me that they really wanted me here and searched for one with my own profile to fight in the midfield. I felt very happy about it and apparently I knew some things about the coach, because I had teammates who had worked with them, such as Mustafa Mohammed in Egypt. He told me about his style, which is a style that suits me and I think I can play my best football with the team. “
All these days you are with the team, do you think your way of playing is similar to what Rui Vittoria wants to play with Panathinaikos?
“Yes, he likes to choose a placement game, he wants to go through the center a lot and it’s something I can give the team. To go ahead as well. We have very good players between the lines, such as Bakassetta, Djuricic, Pelistri and Tete, so I hope a good connection between me and them and do the best for the team. “
In Panathinaikos there is always pressure to win titles. It is very important for the team and the fans. It is something I imagine is very important for all players. How do you approach this situation?
“Yes, of course it’s important to us. It’s been a long time since the team won the championship in Greece. We are ready to fight for it, to win games and to conquer it. There is pressure, but I like this pressure. I think all players want to be at the highest level and feel this pressure. We have to look day by day and I’m sure we will be happy at the end of the year. “
Do you distinguish some differences between Nantes and Panathinaikos as clubs? Not just about the players or the quality of the roster.
“Yes it is of course different clubs. I can see that Panathinaikos is a big club as an organization, it has all the amenities to play football and this is very important for a player. But Nanz is also a team with a large base of fans, with many people working for the club. I am happy to continue my … path, my journey if you want, to this big club. “
Source: Sport Fm
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