Parma coach Fabio Pecchia addressed the media ahead of his team’s crucial match against Venezia. The manager discussed team news, tactics, and the importance of the upcoming fixture.
On the squad’s availability, Pecchia revealed some positive updates: “Compared to last week, we have Vogliacco with us, and Estevez will also come. He’s been out for a long time, but in the last few days, he’s been more consistent, so he’s coming with us.”
When asked about the nature of the match, given both teams’ similar objectives, Pecchia emphasized the importance of focusing on their own performance: “We want to play. Everyone faces their own daily life, we must think about what we experience, approach it with the right spirit as in the last matches, and with the desire to play a football match.”
Regarding the tactical approach to the game, Pecchia expects an open contest: “Venezia did well in Turin, Naples, and against Inter. This confirms the level of the championship. You have to play the games. I don’t think it will be very different from the first leg. They will come to play and not to barricade themselves, but I expect a game similar to a few months ago.”
The manager also addressed the situation of Dennis Man, who has been the subject of transfer speculation: “It applies to everyone. I heard many statements about other teams; in January, there’s a peak of stomach aches inside the locker rooms. I appeal to the seriousness and professionalism of every player; it’s fundamental to face these moments and know how to manage them. His commitment and seriousness are essential. He has continued to work partially, he needs to be managed.”
On the team’s recent conservative approach, Pecchia explained: “I must enhance the characteristics of the available players, taking into account the moments and the condition of the team. This attitude pleased me, but I believe that against Lazio, and we’re not talking about a game so far away, the team was rampant and carefree. There are moments when the team must experience games differently.”
Looking ahead to the match’s significance, Pecchia remained focused on the long-term goal: “The objectives are achieved at the end of the season. Last year we had an extraordinary championship, but the objective was only achieved in the last games. The objective is clear to everyone, we remain inside without getting caught up in enthusiasm and depression. Continue to work and face the matches, we must play to win. Adrenaline is the beautiful thing about our job.”
