Julen Lopetegui's press conference before Valencia CF-Sevilla FC
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LOPETEGUI: "IF THIS GROUP HAVE DEMONSTRATED ANYTHING, IT'S THAT IT KNOWS HOW TO DEAL WITH PRESSURE"

18/01/2022
"Saying it is very simple, but actually winning is very difficult"

Sevilla FC boss, Julen Lopetegui, spoke at his press conference early today about tomorrow's meeting with Valencia CF, in what will be match day twenty-one in LaLiga. The Basque coach started by pointing out that "we are about to tackle a complicated and demanding game against tough opponents in their stadium. All our energy, attention and eagerness is required. It is the most important competition and we have to focus ourselves 100%."

"These are the conditions of competitions and injuries are brought about because of the demands, This group has demonstrated that it is capable of dealing with the pressures of competing and that's the way it is going to continue," said the boss. 

 

Julen also commented, saying "it will be different from the reverse fixture, two matches are never the same. I expect it to be difficult and complex. They are clear about how they want to attack and defend, their coach is no exception to this. In terms of the squad, we have some good news and bad news. For example, we don't know if Dmitrovic is going to make it or not, it depends on whether the virus goes away or not. Jordán will be in the travelling squad, we will see if he plays or not. 

"With Dmitrovic it is a question of time and Jordán is in the squad" 

"Hopefully we will have a stronger team at the end of the window than from what we did when it opened, there is still a long way to go. I am convinced that this is the case as we need a strong outfit for the competitions ahead and the goals we have in place," he said when discussing the transfer window. 

Julen ended the conference by saying, "saying it is very simple, but actually winning is very difficult. We have to be able to prepare ourselves well because historically, it is a complicated affair."