Facing the media, Roberto De Zerbi commented on his team's first part of the season. The technician is satisfied, even if everything was not perfect, particularly at the Orange Vélodrome stadium: “We immediately managed to put a difficult moment behind us. To become a great team, we must be able to overcome obstacles. Our beginnings at the Vélodrome were quite tough. But when I see the performances against Monaco and Lille, I know that we are on the right track to overcome them. My group is made up of good people, I have always said that, even in difficult times. We are generally off to a good start to the season, even if the goal conceded against Lille still sticks in my throat. But overall, yes, it’s very positive”he told the journalists present.
“There was a spark in courage”
Roberto De Zerbi is delighted that his troops have gradually understood what he expected of them: “In the beginning, it took time to adapt. It was necessary. I didn't ask for one because I know that in football, it doesn't exist. But when you change your style, it's obligatory. Some players have freed themselves from certain fears. The 3-4 day green break was very important for us. It allowed us to know ourselves better, to decide what we wanted to do, who we wanted to be. There has been a better union since then, and the players are themselves now. They were too fearful before that, there was a click in the courage, the game, the individual qualities. Everything goes through the head, including the game”he continued.
Roberto De Zerbi has so far recorded 10 wins and 3 draws in 16 matches. His points average reaches 2.06 per game, which is high. We're only halfway through the season and the hardest part is yet to come.
