Torino, Baroni: “Scoring first would’ve changed the game” | OneFootball

The Torino coach, Marco Baroni, spoke at a press conference after today's draw with Pisa. Here are his statements.

Torino, Baroni: “Why I substituted Vlasic and the reason for Asllani's exclusion”

Marco Baroni spoke to the club's official microphones after the 2-2 against Pisa, here are his words reported by Tmw:

On the Expulsion

“I found it excessive. I have great respect for referees, they are a central part and I respect them. Sometimes you also have to understand a coach, it didn't seem like an excessive protest to me. He could have given me a yellow card and told me to calm down, it's not like I have things to censor... I was disappointed, I was also angry with Simeone who could have shot. Maybe I even stepped onto the field... In the end, I’ll be more careful.”

On Vlasic

“Vlasic came off because I wanted to inject more energy into the attack by bringing in two forwards and an attacking midfielder. And anyway, I want angry players, they shouldn't throw confetti at me when they come off... I have to manage these situations, but I want players who are pissed off.”

On Asllani

“I don't use the hierarchy system, it's a form of respect towards all players. Whoever I see in better shape, plays. Ilic has played two good games, just as Asllani is strong and we wanted him: he arrived having not played consecutive matches for three years, now he has played 10 in less than two months. For me, they all have to become starters, you don't reach the end of the season with 12 players.”

On what the team lacked

“In Bologna, we spent a lot, we lacked a bit of energy... It's normal, the third game is the one you pay for the most. We needed a careful game looking for the right moment... But that's okay.”

On the match

“It's a match that needs to be reviewed. We started very well, we attacked the game: if we had scored first, it would have been a different match. We conceded two goals in two actions, we did well to stay in the game against a physical team. I wanted to ride the emotional wave and put a striker on at halftime, but it was our third game in a week. I hoped to find the goal immediately, then we went back to three midfielders. We lacked the spark, it's not easy to regain clarity and energy to take it home.”

On the forwards

“I have two strong forwards, now we are waiting for Aboukhlal. I will have to be good at managing their energies, as I always say, I start from the goal. And these players can score them.”

Raffaele Morra

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