Press Conference Before the Match Against Slavia Prague

Our Head Coach Jose Mourinho and player Fred answered questions from media representatives at Eden Arena before the UEFA Europa League match against the Czech representative Slavia Prague.

Mourinho praised the opponent's coach, stating, "He is doing a very good job, has provided beautiful stability over the years and adapted his players to his football philosophy. The team is getting better every year and this season is also a strong competitor for the championship. There is a nice pitch at the stadium, and I believe it will be a good match tomorrow."

Fred expressed his thoughts on the match, saying, "It will be a tough match; we know that we need to earn points. We will play to win against a difficult team."

Mourinho emphasized that Slavia Prague is a strong team, stating, "I cannot comment on any player individually; the team is very good and a tough side. Especially when they play at home, they are very comfortable. They have been playing the same game for years, and due to their physicality and tempo, they are not an easy team to face. For me, the team is more important than any player."

He also spoke about the absence of Amrabat, saying, "Many of my players are missing, not just Amrabat. The players we cannot include in the UEFA list are not here, and we also have players out due to suspensions and injuries. However, we will fight with the squad we have brought. I will make the most of my players, I trust them. We arrived with 15 players excluding the goalkeepers, and there are 10 players on the field, so we won’t have any problems when making substitutions. We are here with a positive mindset, and my players will definitely give their all."

This match has created great excitement among football fans, and the strong squad of Slavia Prague is seen as a tough test for our team, as widely reported in the media.