Farioli: “Nottingham? We played with courage against a deep-lying side” | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli previewed the trip to Moreirense (5th), scheduled for Monday (8:15 PM), in a press conference held this Sunday afternoon. The FC Porto coach reiterated the «good performance» against Benfica and Nottingham, pointing to the «demanding» visit to Moreira de Cónegos.

An opponent that makes their home a fortress

«Moreirense is the team with the best home record, having won all their games. It's a match that will demand a lot from us, they are very well organized and led [by Vasco Botelho da Costa]. We must be prepared to compete.»

On the Europa League defeat

«In football, we can win, draw, or lose. We always want to win. The fans enjoyed the performance in Nottingham. I read many comments from the media that do not reflect the reality of the game, because we played with courage, we were the only ones wanting to play, against an opponent in a low block. We pressed well, against a good opponent. I am critical, after the 3-0 in Vila do Conde I considered that we did not play well enough.»

«When we play against an opponent in a low block, it is normal that we create fewer scoring opportunities. We did not concede from open play against Benfica and Nottingham, which is positive. These are two results [0-0 and 2-0] that we must accept.»

«Our dynamics vary according to the opponent's organization. Against Benfica, we had three great scoring opportunities and did not concede any. The same happened in Nottingham, except for the penalties. Sometimes it's a matter of luck. Can we improve? Of course.»

Focus on Moreirense

«We work for the positive feeling of victory. The schedule is tight, with different competitions. After victories, we seek to move forward. After a defeat, and despite the good performance, we must also move forward. We will face an opponent that will demand a lot from us, we must be prepared.»

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