Sport24.az
After the match of the XXIII round of the Misli Premier League "Karvan-Yevlakh" – "Sumgayit" (1:1), the head coach of the visiting team, Sasa Ilic, answered journalists' questions. Sport24.az reports that the expert first shared his thoughts on the meeting.
– We tried to give the academy graduates a chance. We will continue this way from now on.
– What is the reason for your decision?
– It is an order from the management to give preference to academy graduates. We made enough mistakes, the game was of poor quality. We also failed to take advantage of the penalty.
– This team cannot even cope with the outsiders. What do you expect from the upcoming games?
– We'll see.
– You have changed the strategy. Does this coincide with your personal claim?
– I respect the decision.
– There has been a decline in the team's games recently. There is an allegation that you will leave the club in the summer?
– There is still time until the end of the season. Whatever decision is made, it will be accepted. My contract is until the end of the season.
– What do you think about the prospects of the "Sumgayit" academy?
– We have a strong academy. It takes time for results. I understand the decision, our chances of qualifying for the European Cups have decreased. That's why strategic paths have been separated.
– At the beginning of the season, a decision was made to give bonuses based on the playing minutes of local, young players. Does this factor play a role in this strategy issue?
– I've heard about it. The main reason for changing the strategy is the decrease in the chances of qualifying for the European Cups.
– In such a situation of the team, do you feel the support of the management, or is there discontent?
– We are working for the team. We started the beginning of the season well. But during the winter break, I had certain requirements. They didn't work out either.
– What is the explanation for different players taking penalties?
– This is the players' own decision. I didn't interfere.
– Will you watch tonight's "Besiktas" – "Galatasaray" game?
– Of course, I will watch it. I played in "Galatasaray" for two seasons. I am a fan of them.
