Carlos Vicens: "FC Porto have incredible physical presence" | OneFootball

Carlos Vicens, coach of Sp. Braga, speaking in the flash interview with Sport TV after the 2-1 defeat against FC Porto, in the match of the 17th round of the League.

FC Porto has an extraordinary physical dimension

“We knew that this game, just like the one in the first half of the season, would be decided by details. FC Porto has an extraordinary and difficult physical and conditional dimension. The team knew it would be like this, knew it wouldn’t be easy. We knew we had to show personality, that we had to be ourselves more than ever.”

Sp. Braga created few opportunities

“Both teams made it difficult for the opponent to build up play. In those two aspects, I think neither team imposed themselves very clearly. But it’s true that we also didn’t create a large number of chances. We knew that would be difficult, because it’s a team that, as the statistics show, concedes few goals. Now comes the break for the national teams, some players will go with their national teams, others will stay here. We’ll take the opportunity to recover, because we’ve had a very demanding week with two games.”

Horta’s call-up to the national team

“For us, he is a fundamental player, we didn’t just discover him now. Ricardo is having a very good year and, obviously, the coach has a tough job selecting those he thinks are the most suitable for each call-up. In this case, he was chosen, so we’re happy for him, just as we’re happy for all those who were called up by their national teams.”

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