Farioli: “Famalicão? I expect a side that will press high at the Dragão” | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli comments on how Famalicão should approach the Portuguese Cup tie and highlights the distinctions compared to the two previous encounters with Famalicão (League and friendly). The match will be played this Thursday at 8:45 PM, at Estádio do Dragão:

How do you expect Famalicão to face the challenge?

«I imagine that for the opponent, reaching Jamor and winning the Portuguese Cup is a goal. It's a team I admire, for the way they are tactically organized, thanks to the coach's work. I know what they want to do and it will depend on their approach to the game, how they come to play at Estádio do Dragão. Whether they will press high or play a few meters further back. It's up to us to find solutions and stay connected to the game, whether for 90 minutes or even longer, if necessary.»

How does this match differ from those in the League?

«The question is about the League match, but we also played against them in the summer. It was one of our last friendlies, and therefore, we know each other well. We have to take that into account. It will be a knockout game, it has a different flavor. I expect them to be more aggressive than they were in Famalicão for the League. It's a team that has a high percentage of ball recoveries in the opponent's midfield. I believe it will be an open game between two teams that want to advance.»

Is there a possibility of a FC Porto-Benfica in the quarter-finals?

«Our motivation is to advance to the next phase. So, if we want to advance to the next phase and win a Cup, we have to win the games we have until then. Surely we will play against the best teams in the competition until the final, and tomorrow's game is the most competitive so far. Famalicão deserves our attention and the best attitude from the players.»

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