“The hardest part is just starting for the standard”: a former red devil takes stock of the situation of the Rouches – all football

The Liège Standard chained a third victory in a row in Pro League. The men of Ivan Leko ensured the essentials by overcoming the promoted to the score of 1-0. With this success, the Rouches therefore integrate the top 6, the draw between Louvain and the Gantoise allowing them to settle there.

Philippe Albert gives his opinion on the current situation of the Rouches at the microphone of the Evening : “While he integrates the Top 6, we know the program that awaits the Rouches: two trips in a row to the circle then to Westerlo before matches against the five teams which precede them currently. Depending on the season, you said that the standard, Charleroi or Mechelen were able to take advantage of the difficulties of one of the first 6. 10 or 11 points in my opinion. “

If the Liègeois fail to finish in the top 6, it would still be logical for the old red devil: “If they succeed, it will be very good and if it is not the case, we will find that Normal since some – and that was not my case – saw them in playdowns. 2025. “

Even the most fervent supporters of the Standard could not have dreamed of the current scenario

“Even the most fervent supporters of the Standard could not have dreamed of the current scenario. Even after the departure of Price, this standard is essential and retains zero,” explains the consultant.

The coach has something to do with it, underlines Albert: “We know what a psychologically released team can achieve in modern football. Leko has set up an organization, a mentality and a desire to win duels.”

“I even saw Bulat tackle in the 1st half! Yes, the Rouches suffered in 2nd half against Dender but without two big stops of verrias, it was 2 or 3-0 at rest. Standard has Attackers who do not need a lot of opportunities to score and it is enough in the Belgian championship, but the hardest part is just beginning for the Liège, “concludes the ex-carolo.