Fiorentina-Udinese, Runjaic: “The red card changed everything, no reaction” | OneFootball

After the heavy 5-1 defeat at the Franchi, Udinese coach Kosta Runjaic analyzes the match, the key episode of the sending off, and his team’s performance.

Fiorentina-Udinese, Runjaic: “The red card changed everything, lack of reaction”

A clear-headed but visibly bitter Kosta Runjaic appeared at the microphones after Udinese’s resounding defeat against Fiorentina. The Bianconeri coach immediately identified the moment that broke the balance of the match: “We did well in the first five minutes, but the red card changed everything. It was a gift, but these are episodes that can happen.”

From that point on, according to Runjaic, the match slipped away mainly due to his team’s attitude: “I’m disappointed by the lack of reaction and for having conceded easy goals to a team that is fighting to avoid relegation.” A harsh statement, which captures a performance judged insufficient mentally even before technically.

His thoughts also go to the fans: “I’m sorry for the fans, but I’m sure we’ll bounce back already against Lazio,” he added, immediately looking ahead to the next fixture to turn the page. He didn’t fail to show sportsmanship by acknowledging the merits of the opponents: “I also congratulate Fiorentina for their first win of the season.”

Finally, a comment on Zaniolo’s substitution at halftime: “I changed him for a reason, but it’s better not to go into details after a defeat like this.” Few words, without fueling controversy, on a night to quickly put behind.

Antonio Karol Giordano

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