The head coach of the Azerbaijan national team, Fernandu Santos, participated in the press conference held before the friendly match against Hungary tomorrow. Sport24.az reports that the specialist said the following at the meeting with media representatives:
– If the national team is playing, it means it is an important game. We analyze all opponents and treat them with respect regardless of who they are. Football is a game where two teams play against each other. We have analyzed the opponent, we know their playing styles. It will be a difficult game, but the players are willing and motivated. I hope they can show it on the field.
– Are there any injured players in the squad?
– Only Elvin Badalov is injured. We have one more training session, I hope no one gets injured.
– Will there be changes in the squad?
– There will be some changes depending on the condition of the players. Some players may be tired. There may be changes depending on the situation.
– Both teams need a win. What kind of game can the fans hope for? What are Hungary's strengths?
– I have faced the Hungarians several times, they are a strong team. The Azerbaijani national team also needs a win. I think both sides will try to play well.
– What can you say about Ronaldo?
– He is not our player. He is good and our friend. But I can't say anything about it now.
– How do you remember the games against the Hungarian national team?
– It's a good national team. Before that, if I'm not mistaken, when I was in the Portuguese national team at Euro 2020, the first match was against them. We had difficulty for 80 minutes and finally won. I don't want to talk about the past. Hungarian football is developing. I have prepared my team against them.