“We showed quality, focus and maturity on the pitch. Unfortunately we hit the frame twice and then they took advantage of our first mistake. But this is football. It’s important to pull yourself together, learn from your mistakes and keep improving, because we still have a long way to go this season. The positive point is that we play again in three days and we have to be ready both mentally and physically. We must maintain our level while becoming more pragmatic and efficient. The only thing that is disappointing is what we were able to create, our game and our concentration.
We didn’t miss a single counterattack. The only time we lost the second ball after a long pass, they were able to get to the goal and score. It’s football, but I think it’s positive how the players played. They continued to fight until the end, despite the frustration of missing balls and hitting the post and crossbar. They tried everything, we just lacked the last spark, but that’s the attitude I want to see. Of course, lose the derby and suffer a fourth defeat. Twelve matches is too many, but fortunately the table is still tight and we are in the game.
Sommer? I know the risks we take in attack and how many we concede, but I don’t focus on individual players. For me, my players are the best. I see how they give their all every day, and I will never find fault. I also don’t want to make excuses or find fault, we all share in our ups and downs. Everyone could have played better, we could have broken the deadlock earlier and used the moments more effectively. Now our duty is to get back into the game, because we have another important game waiting for us on Wednesday.
Halftime goal? Due to the way we play, we often attack with many players, which makes us more vulnerable to counter attacks. We missed one today and it proved fatal. In twelve matches we have conceded very little so far considering the risks we take in attack. We need to sense the danger a little better, make more tactical fouls or sacrifice a yellow card when necessary to prevent dangerous counter-attacks.
Lautaro? Everything is fine with him. Why was he replaced? It was indeed a tactical move. The bench players also deserve to contribute and they did in all twelve matches. We have four great strikers. Lautaro and Thuram bring their experience, and Bonny and Pio are learning a lot, already playing an important role.”
Source: sport.ua