Farioli: It could've been dull, but it turned out enjoyable | OneFootball

After the comfortable victory against Sintrense (3-0) and the consequent qualification for the round of 16 of the Portuguese Cup, Farioli highlighted FC Porto's performance.

“It proved the group's attitude, the mentality. We tried to maintain the intensity, I am very happy with Luuk de Jong's return, happy with the team's performance. It was important to start well, with good energy, this new block of games,” he stated to Sport TV.

He continued: “The game was very well prepared by the opponent, the plan was clear, to have the two forwards ready for the counter-attack. Strategically, the game was well prepared. On our side, we found the right moment to enter, we tried short combinations that missed by just a few centimeters. I don't have statistics, but I think we had more than 100 passes, which says a lot. A game that could have been difficult and perhaps boring became enjoyable, we had many shots and combinations. Now we will prepare for the game with Nice.”

Changes in the lineup: “We had Froholdt with an injury, Bednarek who is still not recovered. It's a puzzle. Good 90 minutes from Gabri Veiga, from Martim Fernandes. Many positive things. It's time to turn the page to the Europa League, paying attention to details because we are going to play against a strong team with players who can be dangerous. We have to be at our best.”

Could corners be an aspect to capitalize on against Nice? “We have to be better in the Europa League, the goal difference is negative. We have to do better. We encounter physical teams. It will be a challenging game. We have to be prepared.”

Possibility of placing Deniz Gül on the wing against Nice: “It's a possibility. We will consider it in the near future. We have to be creative because they deserve a lot. He has gained more credibility in the team, he is gaining more space. He is in a great moment. We have to be creative in finding different solutions but it's a good problem.”

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