Thiago Motta spoke in the press conference at the end of the match against Cagliari. Here are his words taken from TuttoJuve.com:
Satisfied with the performance?
“The performance went well and the result went well too. I’m also happy for the return of Nico who is a fantastic boy. We needed his energy and his quality. Now we’re waiting for the others who can come back and help like he did “.
An opinion on McKennie and Locatelli In defense?
“I ask and see the availability of the boys. I will never put a player in difficulty if they are not convinced. I asked Weston and Manu what they thought and the answer was: definitely yes. They play and the result is this. This is a demonstration of the team’s availability and compromise”.
Su Koopmeiner?
“I see him well everywhere. He can also play as a central defender because he is a great player with a great attitude.”
An opinion on Vlahovic?
“I always see him well. Today he demonstrated once again that he defends and participates with the team. He also played another excellent game.”
How important is Conceicao?
“He can improve a lot. He has important qualities in targeting men. He must associate better with his teammates, today Savona gave him a great hand. He must improve in his choices, but I understand that he has great enthusiasm. He has enormous room for improvement.”
How much did Juve need an evening like this?
“We have to face every match giving our all. We have to grow to get the result we want. The path is right and the boys need to be helped because they are showing a lot of professionalism and commitment.”
Why did you choose Di Gregorio?
“No, it’s my choice. We have three great goalkeepers.”
Can the choices of Locatelli and Koopmeiners become definitive?
“Yes and no, it depends on the moment. If I see that the moment is right I will do it. For this match it was the best choice. Koopmeiners had already done it, but Manu was very willing and showed he could do it.”
What can Yildiz give as an attacking midfielder?
“I don’t focus on the position, but on the player. Kenan has played stratospheric games as a winger, today he played a good game. He can certainly improve. Kenan is a great player despite his young age. Great players can play anywhere.”
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