Danny Röhl on facing FC Porto: "We want to be unwelcome guests" | OneFootball

The arrival of Rangers at Estádio do Dragão without any chance of advancing in the Europa League did not stop coach Danny Röhl from declaring his intention to complicate FC Porto's plans.

"In the last 11 games, FC Porto has only drawn one and won several matches without conceding goals, but we are also on a streak of eight victories and want to show our ability to face any opponent, so it will be a great challenge," said Danny Röhl, adding that "the most important thing for Rangers is not to concede goals": "We know well what awaits us. We will face an opponent who is at the top of the table and wants to qualify directly, so we will feel a lot of pressure. I expect a lot of energy at the start of the game, so organization will be crucial. We need to understand when it's necessary to press high or stay compact. If we understand well what the game demands, we will have our chances to be happy. Normally, we have been good guests, but we want to be unpleasant guests and try something here."

Impressed Players

This is not Danny Röhl's first visit to Estádio do Dragão, but his prior knowledge of the venue did not prevent him from taking the usual reconnaissance walk on the pitch or from showing the visible admiration among his players.

"This is a wonderful stadium that I know well because I was here eight years ago with RB Leipzig. It's a stage where everyone wants to play, and I felt that excitement among the players now," commented the Scottish coach, also acknowledging that this game will serve as an opportunity for some of the less utilized players: "Given the moment, it's important for me to make some rotations, but I also expect the best performance."

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