Rangers boss: “FC Porto to win the Europa League? They’ve every chance” | OneFootball

The Rangers were defeated by FC Porto (3-1) in the last match of the regular phase of the Europa League. The result was acknowledged by coach Danny Röhl as the team's own responsibility, stating they were "unfortunate and unlucky" in their reaction to the blue and white goals. The German coach also considered the dragons as possible contenders for winning the competition.

What is your take on the outcome?

"It was a good start, where we clearly demonstrated what we should have done for 90 minutes. Until the 20th minute, we were doing well, the equalizer happened by chance, but I was disappointed with the 2-1. After that, we were unfortunate and unlucky."

Do you see advantages in being eliminated early from Europe?

"I think so, we have 15 more games in the League where we can focus to the fullest. We can use the weeks to stay fresh. Regarding ins and outs, there are players returning from injury, others who might leave, we will need everyone."

Is FC Porto a contender for winning the Europa League?

"They have a good coach, a clear structure, and press well. They have a lot of individual quality in their players and excellent movements. So, why not? They managed to reach the top 8 of the regular phase and are the isolated leader in their championship. They have a lot of experience in Europe, so they have every possibility to win the competition."

The Rangers were defeated by FC Porto (3-1) in the last match of the regular phase of the Europa League. A result that their coach, Danny Röhl, considered their own fault, where the Scots were "unfortunate and unlucky" in their reaction to the blue and white goals. In this sense, the German coach also pointed out the dragons as possible winners of the competition.

What is your analysis of the result?

"It was a good start, where we clearly demonstrated what we should have done for 90 minutes. Until the 20th minute, we were doing well, the equalizer happened by chance, but I was disappointed with the 2-1. After that, we were unfortunate and unlucky."

Do you see benefits in leaving Europe early?

"I think so, we have 15 more games in the League where we can focus to the fullest. We can use the weeks to stay fresh. Regarding ins and outs, there are players returning from injury, others who might leave, we will need everyone."

Is FC Porto a contender to win the Europa League?

"They have a good coach, a clear structure, and press well. They have a lot of individual quality in their players and excellent movements. So, why not? They managed to reach the top 8 of the regular phase and are the isolated leader in their championship. They have a lot of experience in Europe, so they have every possibility to win the competition."

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