«A great response and a team victory because we interpreted the match in the best way for all 95 minutes. In the first half we could have played a little more, given that Udinese let us set up from deep and we found interesting situations, but we lacked depth, especially with the wingers. After the 2-0, it was normal for Udinese to try to react: so far, at home, they have done well and are a confident team. We managed to regroup, defend well and counterattack, alternating long and short play, deserving this victory.
Now we have to focus on the Champions League and recover well to face Lille at our best. Thuram? Today it has demonstrated unique dynamic characteristics. I liked him a lot: he was very attentive in the defensive phase and brought quality in attack. Not only does he play well in his role, but he is also interesting when he carries the ball. He scored a good goal, but above all he gave an excellent team performance together with the others”
«Playing both as a winger and as a striker for me is also a question of instinct, because for part of my career I played as a number 9 and therefore it comes naturally to me. In the last few games I have seen Francisco on the right flank putting balls in the way and it came natural to me to go inside… I feel good here, this team is excellent for me, we are a young group, for me it is an opportunity to play well. We must continue like this all together, because when we play like this we are strong.”
«Being MVP is a great personal satisfaction, but we all gave a great performance. This victory goes to the fans. Am I the youngest Italian with at least two goals scored? It makes me very happy, but I have to try to continue like this even if it will be difficult.”
«We showed that we are a great team, if we play a first half like this it shows. It doesn’t matter if the goal is mine or an own goal, what’s important is the performance and the team’s performance. I’m happy to be here with great players, I learn every day”
Senegal
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