Before the match on the 4th day of the Champions League between LOSC and Juventus this Tuesday evening, Thiago Motta and Khephren Thuram spoke. Here are their statements.
As a former Ligue 1 player, a special match for you who knows LOSC well?
“The difficulties we will face tomorrow against Lille, because they are an excellent team and their coach is very prepared. He is the same type of coach. In fact, they always want to have possession of the ball to advance. They m were surprised because they beat two very great teams, but they are a strong team. I know them well, I have played several times against Lille. The stadium is very beautiful with a great atmosphere. at home in my country.”
How did you prepare for this match?
“We prepared for the match as always, respecting the opponent. We are confident, we won two matches, we respect them a lot like all the teams. Tomorrow we will be on the pitch to do our best for the next match “We all have different qualities. I can carry the ball more and move forward, trying to keep the team balanced. We all have different qualities, in fact we are all strong.”
Thiago Motta’s turn
Tell us about tomorrow’s match
“All matches are important. As Juventus we always want to win. As Juventus we always want to win. The most important thing is to keep giving something more, wanting to improve in training and in match, to be able to face a team it’s very good He won against two great European teams. All the work done to be at our best, always respecting, but giving more than our best to put our game into practice. and be able to get to where we need to be.”
What should we remember from Lille’s two victories against the Madrid teams?
“We are always learning and we are always improving. Every match has its story. Tomorrow we will be determined and focused for a good performance. We need that and it helps us get where we want to go, always with respect. They’re confident, but we’re fine too.”
Do you assume favorite status?
“There are no surprises in football, nor favoritism. It’s a good match, in a beautiful stadium. Let’s hope the pitch is good tomorrow. Both teams will do their best, the referees too. Victory goes to those who deserve it. Today, no one wants to say who is the favorite. In the end, we can talk about who played better tomorrow at the end of the match. time at work to see the conditions of the players, the team, what they can do best at that time and who we are facing Everyone has their own philosophy, all are respectable. I believe in mine. 200% Decisions will be made based on the work done during the week, on and off the field, attitude, technical and physical quality.
Are you approaching this match with plenty of confidence after the victory in Udine?
“It only takes a few days, but it’s enough to prepare. This team has a good attitude and an impeccable attitude. We still have time to prepare the details for tomorrow. We are ready. The most important thing is to have a good attitude to have a great performance.”
A word about opposing coach Bruno Genesio?
“We have always tried to transmit a precise way of playing to the team. They play very well collectively, very solid defensively. I am not surprised, I know the coach and his level. We must congratulate. And it will be an opponent very interesting to face, that’s what we need. I know Olivier well, he was my director at PSG Lille is in this situation also thanks to him, to his work. professional, Lille has been doing well for some time thanks to his work. I have great respect for the Lille coach and his players.
Is Dusan Vlahovic essential for your team?
“He is very important for us but he is not the only one and it is the whole team that matters to me. Vlahovic is doing very well and must continue to do what he has been doing until today. We have great confidence in Dusan and everyone else to put in a great performance From the start or as a substitute, I’m happy to have Douglas Luiz coming back. Today we won’t just have Arek, Gleison and. Nico. Everyone else is fine and can play.”
Is it important for you to have former Ligue 1 players before challenging LOSC and more particularly Timothy Weah, formerly from Lille?
“I coach Khephren and Timothy. I am happy to coach them because of the attitude they have every day on the field. The most important aspect in life and in football and in other sports, the attitude of these players, with the passion they have from morning to night, guarantees that things are done to be at the highest individual and collective level. We are very happy to have these strong players who can become even more. strong. They are young but they have a whole future ahead of them. It will depend on whether they continue to work like this.
