Olimpik Lyon, which will host Fenerbahçe tomorrow in the 7th week of the UEFA Europa League, coach Pierre Sage said that they will do their best and make good use of the chances they will get.
Making a statement at the press conference held at Ülker Stadium, Sage, the coach of the French team, stated that they were warmly welcomed in Turkey and thanked them for the hospitality.
Noting that they are working on all the possibilities that may arise in the match to be played tomorrow, Sage said, “There is a serious intensity and difficulty. We are open to the challenge. We will do our best and make good use of this chance tomorrow. We are very self-confident.” made the statement.
Stating that he expects a tough match despite Fenerbahçe’s shortcomings, Sage underlined that both teams will put up a good fight.
Stating that the yellow-dark blue team has made tactical changes recently, Pierre Sage said, “We will reflect our own thoughts on the field in this sense.” he said.
Sage, who was reminded of their elimination by Bourgoin, one of the 5th League teams in the French Cup, said: “It’s not my first break. I’ve experienced this many times before, I’m used to these situations. I experienced this once again, the same situation happened against the amateur team.” made his assessment.
Emphasizing that Fenerbahçe has one of the warmest atmospheres in Europe and touching upon the importance of fighting against it, Sage said about Fenerbahçe Coach Jose Mourinho, “I admire him, I love his method and management. I analyzed him.” he said.