Como manager Cesc Fabregas shared his thoughts on the team’s 3-0 loss to Juventus at the Allianz Stadium. The former Arsenal and Barcelona midfielder offered a balanced perspective on the match and his team’s prospects for the season.
Expectations and Reality Check
Fabregas emphasized the need for calm and improvement, stating, “I’m not going to talk much about the game; I want to review it first. Last year we lost 3-0 to Palermo and then became the best team in the league. I’m calm, we need to improve.” He acknowledged the quality difference between the teams, particularly noting Juventus’ effectiveness in ball recovery.
The Como manager was quick to temper expectations, asserting, “Anyone who thinks we’re here to qualify for the Champions League is mistaken. As a club, we’re calm. We know what we need to do and how to do it. We must keep our feet on the ground and work.”
Tactical Considerations
Discussing the team’s formation, Fabregas said, “Of course, we want to play with two strikers, but playing with three midfielders isn’t a bad idea.” He noted the team’s misfortune with injuries, which forced tactical changes during the match.
Room for Improvement
Fabregas was candid about the areas needing improvement: “If we want to play open football, we can’t lose the ball like that, because these teams will hurt you.” He stressed the importance of careful player recruitment, stating, “The day after the promotion to Serie A, I was very clear about what this team needs. We don’t want to make mistakes by signing the wrong players.”
Match Analysis
“Too much Juve and too little Como,” Fabregas summarized. He praised the initial performance when Baselli was on the field but acknowledged the impact of Juventus’ top players like Yildiz, Douglas Luiz, and Thuram. “We need to hold our heads high. We have ambitions, but we must understand it step by step with humility,” he added.
Transfer Market
Regarding potential transfers, Fabregas stated, “Right after the Cosenza match, we started preparing for the season. Some people are missing, but at the moment, this is who we are. The team is giving me everything with great courage. I can’t say anything against the team.”
