THE CONDITION AND CHOICES OF PARMA
'I've seen a team that has played very well in the previous two games. There were many shots, the opposing goalkeepers were the best players on the field, we hit the woodwork and we had many shots on target. We played well in both matches. Continuing, persisting, and it's evident that we need to keep doing what we know how to do. A three-man midfield? It's an option we've adopted and has given us great satisfaction. Not in terms of victory, but in terms of solidity and having the right balance. Every game is different, it's an option. Having one centre midfielder and two more 'attacking' players. They're all doing well, I have the whole squad available, except for Bernabé. There are choices, and beyond having one more or one less midfielder, I like to think of a team that maintains its enthusiasm, regardless of the individuals. They're all doing well, they've recovered. Now everyone is back. Even Osorio, his participation in Bolzano was very positive. Cyprien? In the middle, Willy has shown himself to be ready, despite being out for a while. He completed a very physical game, he knows how to combine quality and quantity. Surely he can be in the game. High temperatures? The sun is beautiful and good for us, we've been waiting for it for a long time. In the last game, the heat was felt by everyone. Everyone together, always! Every time the intention is to put out the strongest lineup to win the game, not to give gifts or satisfy people. The application was there in Bolzano, I saw a solid team. I liked it. The performance was important. Everyone together, until the end!'