Fariol: “the team dug deep and closed off the middle to see out the result” | OneFootball

After FC Porto defeated Gil Vicente 3-0 in the 19th round of the Liga Betclic, Francesco Fariol expressed his satisfaction with the team's excellent result in statements to Sport TV.

How do you assess the challenge? “We knew the level of the team, it's a very organized team that tested us in the first 20 to 25 minutes. The windy conditions also created quite a challenge for us, but fortunately, the team was able to adapt quickly. After the goal, we calmed down and achieved a great result, and now we will have a few days to prepare for the game against Rangers.”

How did you overcome the initial difficulties? “I think it was a game where we were very aware that we had to close down the middle very well. Of course, at times we had to endure against a very aggressive team. In the end, we achieved a great result.”

Did you try alternatives, such as betting on direct passes to Samu? “I feel that he did very well and perhaps we overdid playing directly to him. It was great to hear the whole stadium chanting his name when he took the ball to take the penalty. It showed the strength of the Porto family and the strong support from the fans.”

Will Samu take the next penalty? “I believe so.”

Regarding Alárcon's loan to Utrecht: “There is no doubt that he is a player I trust, but he had a very difficult start. He came into some games with a lot of impact, I'm very happy and I hope he can grow with more playing time and that after the summer he returns more mature.”

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