05.08.2026 14:40
Beşiktaş Head Coach Vincenzo Italiano made statements before the match against Hradec Králové in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League. The Italian coach announced that new signing Leandro Trossard will not be able to play in the first match.
Beşiktaş Head Coach Vincenzo Italiano answered the questions of the press members before the match against Hradec Kralove in the UEFA Europa League 3rd qualifying round. Emphasizing that they do not underestimate their opponents, the Italian coach said that there are no easy matches in European cups.
"THERE ARE NO EASY MATCHES IN EUROPE"
Stating that they prepare for every match with the same seriousness, Italiano said, "I keep repeating myself, but there are no easy matches in Europe. You need to be ready for every match, you need to be careful. You cannot win these matches on paper. Our opponent came here deservedly."
Noting that the results obtained in the early rounds boosted the team's confidence, the experienced coach said, "Our confidence has increased due to the results we got in the early matches. This confidence will help us in this round."
TROSSARD NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST MATCH
Also speaking about the situation of new signing Leandro Trossard, Italiano announced that the Belgian footballer will not be able to play in the first match.
"I am very happy that Trossard has joined us. He has only had two training sessions so far. He will not be with us in tomorrow's match. We will see for the second match," said the Italian coach, also emphasizing that the star footballer will make a significant contribution to the team.
"I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE HIM ON THE PITCH"
Drawing attention to Trossard's quality, Italiano concluded his statements with the words, "Trossard will add quality to us. I can't wait to see him on the pitch."