29.11.2024 11:10
Fenerbahçe's head coach Jose Mourinho spoke at a press conference following the victory against Slavia Prague in the Europa League. Praising Samet Akaydin, the Portuguese coach said, "A football player earns money by playing when the coach gives him a chance. You don't earn money by talking, crying, or creating problems by having your manager speak to the newspapers. Samet has worked hard from day one and waited for his opportunity."
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Jose Mourinho: "Success Comes from Hard Work!"
Fenerbahçe's head coach Jose Mourinho held a press conference after achieving an important victory in the Europa League by defeating Slavia Prague 2-1 away. While evaluating his team's performance, Mourinho stated that they secured the victory especially with the adjustments made in the second half.
Jose Mourinho: "Success Comes from Hard Work!"
Slavia Prague Performed Better in the First Half
Mourinho noted that Slavia Prague was better in the first half, but they took advantage of their opponents' weaknesses with tactical changes made in the second half. "Slavia Prague was the better side in the first half. However, we made some adjustments in the second half, and our players found spaces to create opportunities. With our performance in the second half, we achieved this important victory," he said.
Difference Between the Alkmaar Match and Today's Match
Mourinho emphasized that comparing the game against AZ Alkmaar with this match is "incomparable." He mentioned that his players felt the pressure of advancing to the next round in Europe during the Slavia Prague match, stating, "We knew we had to at least get a point today. My players entered the match with this awareness. In the first half, we gave our opponent 2-3 chances. In the second half, the team was more balanced and confident," he said.
Opponent's Man-to-Man Marking and Fenerbahçe's Strategy
Mourinho analyzed Slavia Prague's man-to-man marking and how such teams gradually lose strength over time. "Teams that play man-to-man marking start to lose their strength as time goes on. After that, the goal came. We were the better side in the second half," he said. He also added, "Today, 5 of our players received cards. I had no one on the bench, but my players were really brave; they deserved the victory."
Comments on Samet Akaydin and Forwards
Mourinho highlighted that Samet Akaydin played his first match in Europe this season and emphasized the importance of the players in the attacking line. He stated that Dzeko, En-Nesyri, and Cenk Tosun are very valuable players, saying, "I really have 3 very good forwards. I try to use Dzeko and En-Nesyri according to the match plan and the situation we are in. They score goals, but what they do outside of scoring is also great."
Achieving Success Through Hard Work
Mourinho used Samet Akaydin as an example, emphasizing hard work as the key to success. "A football player earns money by playing when the coach gives him a chance. You don't earn money by talking, crying, or creating problems by having your manager speak to the newspapers. Samet has worked hard from day one, waiting for the opportunity to come," he said. He also noted that Samet has played at a high level in the last three matches, expressing, "I am really happy for him."
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