The Al Ahli vs. Nasaf match, part of the first round of the AFC Elite Champions League, was very intense and multi-goal. In the clash that took place in Jeddah, the Saudis won with a score of 4:2. After the match, the hosts' head coach, Matthias Jaissle, and two goalscorer, Enzo Mijo, participated in a press conference and shared their thoughts.
Matthias Jaissle sharply criticized the sluggish play in the first half:
- It was a very difficult game. In the first 45 minutes, we were barely visible on the field. Without any reason, due to our own mistakes, we conceded two goals. Therefore, during the break, I told the players that they need to play completely differently in the second half.
According to him, the team completely changed in the second half:
- We have made some small changes. Then I really enjoyed watching the players act together. Together with the fans, we felt the atmosphere at the stadium. Therefore, with the game we played in the second half, we were fully deserving of the victory," said Jaissle.
The hero of the match, Enzo Miyo, also expressed his opinion about the game:
"The first half was difficult for us. But during the break, we talked a lot in the dressing room. We agreed to attack more in the penalty area, run more, and play better. "When we returned to the field, we did it and won," he said.
The player pointed to the opponent's tough defense and lack of rhythm in the game as shortcomings in the first half:
- The ball should have been at high speed. It was necessary to quickly move from one flank to the other and break through the last line. This was better in the second half, and as a result, the victory was ours," Enzo added.
Mattias explained what caused Yayssle's team to play poorly in the first half:
- There were many reasons that prevented us from playing well in the first half. We knew it was important to play quickly and pass the ball from one side to the other, but we couldn't manage it. This was a very important lesson for us.
We have a good team. We need to draw appropriate conclusions from the games. I'm sure we'll play even better in the upcoming matches.
Of course, as a coach, we must always think broadly. We want to win every game, it's natural.
Matthias Jaissle also noted that very important matches await him ahead:
"We have injured players. Therefore, I didn't want to put anyone at risk. There are two very important meetings next week. I hope the main squad players will return to the lineup as soon as possible," said the coach.
Meanwhile, Enzo Miyo shared his mood at Al Ahli:
- I feel very happy at this club. My teammates are supporting me, which positively affects my actions on the field. I hope the season will be successful for both the club and the fans," the footballer concluded.
Thus, the thoughts of the "Al Ahli" coach and the hero of the game once again demonstrated how much the team is working towards great goals.
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