Opposite Ziggo Priske stated: “Three nice points and a nice victory too. It was a really great evening in De Kuip. I think it was very well deserved.” The victory was not only a milestone against a European powerhouse, but also highlighted the progress the Rotterdam team has made this season.
With 13 points from the group stage, Feyenoord can look back on an excellent campaign. “13 points in the Champions League may not be incredible, but it is still incredible what those guys have done in the Champions League this season,” Priske emphasized. He praised his team’s ability to make a difference in the toughest competition in the world: “I think they are different games, the Champions League and the Eredivisie. You also saw it today. I don’t know how much possession was, but so they are completely different competitions.”
The coach showed how special this achievement is for him personally: “It worked in the Champions League. That of course means a lot to me because I am very proud of those guys and this group. They have a lot of quality. Today everything was in order. The goalkeeper was very good. A clean sheet, finally again.”
Priske also emphasized the hard work and team mentality that were the basis of this victory: “Everyone had to run and fight for each other. Less possession of the ball, sometimes it works out more. Today apparently everything was fine. I couldn’t say it better. ” The trainer spoke with admiration about the fighting spirit of his players: “Today was a different match. Everyone knew that it was necessary to fight hard for each other.”
