"It's always difficult to talk before the game. We understand the strength and experience of the opponent."
As per Idman.biz, this was said by Zira head coach Rashad Sadygov.
The 42-year-old specialist spoke about the match at the press conference dedicated to tomorrow's return match of the Europa League I qualifying round with Sheriff: "We won an away match. They came to Baku with different motivation. They will try to win. We are also well trained. We have to show it on the pitch. A more intense game awaits us than in Moldova. We would like to have the advantage from the first half. Let's go ahead in the calculation".
- Are Zira preparing for the penalty shootout?
- We are not preparing for a penalty series. I don't like it. But we must be ready for everything. Even if we lost by 1 or 2 goals, I would have said that. We would like the fate of the stage to end in our favor at the end of 180 minutes.
- Will Zira play defensive game to keep the advantage or to win and qualify?
- I will avoid questions about the strategy of the game. I won't share the game plan. Of course, we have an advantage. This will affect both teams. We understand that the opponent will be willing. It is an experienced team. They will want to change the result to their advantage. We also have our own plan.
- Will you play with the same 11 players?
- Considering that it was the first game of the season, I was satisfied with the performance of the players. But if we want to qualify tomorrow, we have to be better. Both the players and we understand this well.
- Are there injured players in the team?
- There are worrying points. But I will not be able to share.
- What changes did you feel after Davit Volkovi's return?
- We played in rotation throughout the game. Raphael Utzig was in the forward position. According to the progress of the game, they changed places with Volkovi. As for Volkovi in general, I'm glad he's back. I am happy with my players, but they are not in optimal form.
- Did the team prepare exactly as you wanted in a week?
- Team's mental readiness is the most crucial point for tomorrow. I did not see a problem in this matter. The players understand the responsibility. Tomorrow we have to get rid of the excitement quickly. This will be the main problem. Everyone should quickly get rid of it and play.
- The fan factor is very important in the European Cup games. Zira is a 10-year-old club with few supporters. Would you like to give a shout out to the fans?
- We have enough fans. For me, quality is more important than quantity. Zira fans have always been with us. Whoever has the opportunity should come. If not, let them watch through television, support us and pray.
The game Zira - Sheriff will start tomorrow at 20:00.
Emin Aga
Idman.biz
