“This is a game we should have won. Clearly, we must do much better. There are points that need to be adjusted. We work on it, but we don’t always translate it to the field. That’s the point.
I think we are weak on counterattacks now, because of insufficient control, high pressing… because of the way we are positioned at the back. It’s just a little bit.
Last year’s season should be left behind. We were not the best team in Europe then. It’s not something to dwell on – you need to get better. We didn’t win the Champions League and we also conceded too much. It is necessary to improve. When you concede three goals, it is very difficult to win.
Yamal played well, he is a very talented player. Special, able to always make a difference. There may be a day when he plays better or worse, but if he continues to work, then there is nothing to worry about,” de Jong said.
