Motta: Manchester City is a big club, and we have to focus on them

The technical director of the Italian club Juventus, Thiago Motta, appeared in important press statements, before facing the English club Manchester City, in the framework of the sixth round of the Champions League.

Motta said: “It is a great opportunity for us to face a big club like Manchester City. We prepared to give our best effort in the match, through careful study of what we should do and what we should avoid against an opponent of this size.” Size."

He continued: "I cannot judge their current situation, but this is a team that has proven its great value over the years. I have tremendous respect for them and their coach, Pep Guardiola, whom you are talking about. The facts are simple about him, as he was able to win everything continuously.”

He added: “Controlling the match is not only about possession, but rather the situation. We know that Manchester City wants to attack.” And keep the ball, we will have to defend well and show high quality when we have possession The ball.”

He continued: “There are many details that must be paid attention to, but in the end we have to focus on the important things, focus in both halves, and avoid giving spaces. Especially between the lines, we will evaluate everything and think about our position in the ranking table.”

He continued: “Tomorrow those who deserve to play will play, and of course the players who have been out of participation for a long time.” They need more time, we are a young team and we can improve every aspect of the game, but we... We show great character in difficult times, and this is because of the great solidarity on the field. An example of this is Yildiz himself, who is preparing to do many different things.”

He concluded his speech. “I am happy that the players are back, because I am the first one to feel dissatisfied when they are out of action, and it is also good to know that they can help us. However, I do not think that our problems, when they occur, are due to injuries.”