Farioli wary of Utrecht threat: "Quality out wide, top striker" | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli presented the preview of the match between Utrecht and FC Porto, emphasizing in a press conference the importance of returning to victories in the Europa League.

«It's a team that, if we look at today, we might get a wrong impression. Last season they finished in fourth place and kept the structure and players. They have good players, a lot of quality on the flanks, and a great forward. A good coach with a lot of experience. It will be a game that will demand a lot of effort from our side. We have to be prepared and work hard».

«Gift from Utrecht's coach? I brought some wine, I wanted him to drink it before the game to have less quality in tactics. Last year they were tough games, I didn't get any victory against Utrecht and we want a win».

«Fábio Veríssimo case? Regarding the noise, the team is on another page, another book, which is the Europa League. We put it aside. The club's statement was clear about what is happening. I agree with every word. I have full confidence in the president and the management to handle this situation. Everything will be resolved for the good of Portuguese football».

«Zaidu? Unfortunately, in the League we can only choose 20 players and we have Martim Fernandes who can play on the left and right. Tomorrow Zaidu will start as a starter».

«Influence of the schedule on teams? For us, only tomorrow's game counts. We had a complicated game against Braga, many kilometers covered and very demanding. We will deal with that situation, but start with the best possible eleven to try for qualification».

«Return? What would make me proud would be having given the title to Ajax. The memories stay with me and the people I worked with. The lost title will remain forever, but the memories will last forever. Let's talk about tomorrow's game and focus on the present. In Portugal, we are faster in press conferences, I had already warned».

«Ajax? Nothing to comment. My appreciation and feeling I have with the club is felt, I watch the games as a fan. It doesn't seem kind to comment. I will watch a bit of their game at dinner, but then I will prepare for the important game».

«Arrival in Amsterdam? I took some photos from the plane, it was the first night flight. I saw many illuminated fields, it says a lot about people's passion for football. It was nice to see the stadium with lights on for a Champions League night. I love the city. Change is part of our job. Our life takes place in the training center. I miss the people I worked with the most. I brought my walk to tour the city only the day before leaving. We were busy before».

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