Marseille boss: No favourites against Sporting, it will be tough | OneFootball

Roberto De Zerbi refused to assume favoritism for the match against Sporting. The Italian coach of the French club spoke to journalists ahead of the third round of the Champions League, and reminded that the Lions’ team has more experience in the competition – Umtiti also spoke about the Lions, with special mention of Hjulmand.

"It’s a Champions League match and it will be tough for both teams. Sporting has been winning in Portugal, which has a competitive league, but we came here to play a great game and, to do that, we have to be at our best. Sporting has its own style, with good players like Trincão and Pote. Sporting is more experienced in this competition, so it will be a complicated match," he began, speaking to Sport TV.

Next, the coach gave an update on the French team: "We are doing a good job and playing good football. We managed to sign good players in the summer transfer window and we are still trying to improve and find the best balance, but I believe we are playing well. We want to give our best in every competition."

Sporting will be back on the pitch next Wednesday, October 22, against Marseille. The match, counting for the third round of the Champions League, against the team led by Roberto De Zerbi, will be played at the Estádio de Alvalade at 8:00 p.m.

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