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"Normally, we think about the next game every time."
This was stated by "Zira" goalkeeper Tiago Silva in an interview with futbolxeber.az.
We present that interview.
- You drew (0:0) with "Imishli" in the 31st round of the Azerbaijan Premier League. What caused the loss of points?
- It was a very difficult match. The grass cover was not favorable. We played against a difficult opponent. "Imishli" fought with high motivation. They were especially good in the defensive plan, relying on counterattacks. Unfortunately, we couldn't score a goal. That was not the result we wanted.
- Can we say that after this loss of points, "Zira's" hope for European Cups is the cup?
- Normally, we think about the next game every time. The next match is the final. Of course, the final is different from other games. We have 2-3 days to prepare. Everyone will try to show their best on the field. I hope that we will recover before the final and get the result we want.
- It is usually difficult to focus on games at the end of the season. Are you experiencing problems in this regard?
- Yes, the end of the season is always difficult, both mental and physical fatigue. But there should be no excuses for the final. Because we are fighting to participate in this match throughout the season. Every team, every player would like to switch places with us and appear in the final. Therefore, we will prepare for the decisive meeting with the highest motivation.
- They say a good goalkeeper is half the team. Can Tiago Silva be half of his team in the final?
- Normally, I would characterize myself as a goalkeeper who loves big games. Whether it's finals or European Cup matches. As I said, we have 2-3 days. I will also try to fully recover and show my maximum strength in the final.
- Will you work specifically on penalties?
- Not only penalties, but we should work on any element. Because it is not known how long the game will last. It can be 90 minutes, 120 minutes, or even more. We will all try to do our best as a team. Of course, penalties are also an element that will help us in the final. But let no one think that "Zira" will try to move the game to a penalty shootout.
