The rival
“What’s clear to me is that Alavés are different to any other teams we’ve played here up to now. It’s not going to be exquisite in regard to treatment of the ball, it’ll be incredibly intense, looking for the second play and very vertical, so we have to match them in intensity”.
Performance
“I’ve been listening for a long time to post-match analysis and pre-match studies, and nothing explains the situation we’re in. We’ve competed against teams that are fighting for Europe and we’ve played well against Villarreal, Real Sociedad, Celta. I believe we’re giving an optimal performance, but for one reason or another, matches have escaped us. Only Real Madrid and Barcelona have been superior to us, but the reality that remains are the results”.
Possibilities for En Nesyri to play in the World Cup
“If I was, and I’m not, Morocco coach, I’d take En-Nesyri to the World Cup, as En-Nesyri will play the same against Alavés as against Germany. He’ll be a headache for any central defender with his characteristics. He’s capable of making mistakes due to his age, but he will also bring a dose of joy, courage, continuity and effort”.
