Fabregas: UEFA Champions League match is like any other and our goal is to win
Cesc Fàbregas, the Spanish manager of Como, has confirmed that his team will not treat the match against Leipzig as different from other matches, despite it being the club's first participation in the UEFA Champions League. He emphasized that the goal is to achieve victory.
He said: "I understand the feelings of the city and the club, but we have to be professional and realize that it is a football match. We want to try to win as we do in every match."
Cesc Fàbregas has spoken about his selection choices, confirming that experience will not be a decisive factor for him, and that he will choose the players most capable of helping the team achieve victory.
He added: "We no longer have just 13 or 14 players who can start; everyone is performing at a very good level, and no one knows yet who will play, because everyone is capable of helping the team."
Como's coach praised their opponent Leipzig, considering the German club a model to learn from. He said: "It is a wonderful club, it has created a clear culture and identity over the years."
He added: "What I like most about them is that they are always looking for coaches who fit their idea. In this regard, Leipzig is a 100% example." He also emphasized that his team must maintain its identity regardless of the level of the opponent.
In conclusion, Cesc Fàbregas confirmed that the UEFA Champions League does not allow for mistakes, stating that the high quality of the tournament means that any error can be punished by the team. He stressed the necessity of understanding all stages of the match and the desire to improve.
A message of support has been sent to Como player Roberta Pici, stating: "We are family, we give her a big hug, and we are with her."
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