Farioli happy with Moreirense win: “Perfect night before Europe” | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli gave his assessment of the match between FC Porto and Moreirense, corresponding to the 26th round of the Primeira Liga. The match, played at Estádio do Dragão, ended with a 3-0 victory for the Dragons. In the flash interview, the Italian coach began by saying:

“It was the right night before another important game in Europe. The game went in the right direction very early, we could have closed the match with another goal before the end of the first half. Very happy.”

The coach clarified Pepê’s substitution:

“The last substitution was made earlier because Pepê felt some cramps and we don’t want to take risks. I like to anticipate to save energy and give minutes to those coming in. The intensity in the first half was incredible, good rhythm and intensity after the game we had in Stuttgart. We have to start preparing for that game with the right approach and the desire to win.”

“He had a virus three or four days ago and at halftime he had stomach problems, so we had to take him off.”

The coach reiterated that it makes no sense to focus on the standings:

“The league? It makes no sense to look at the table. With one game less, it’s not real and we can’t waste time with ifs. You know well how I think and what I believe in. Focus on Stuttgart and then recharge for Braga, it will be a tough game.”

“Pablo Rosario instead of Francisco Moura? Pablo plays in different positions, it’s hard to say it’s not his position. He needed minutes to come back from injury and prepare for the game with Stuttgart. Francisco is working, he hasn’t had an easy period, but he’s ready to play. It was also my decision to leave Seko Fofana out.”

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