Goncalo Inacio became the only Leo player called up to Euro 2024.
Roberto Martinez explains why only one player has been called up to Sporting. Can you explain why only one player has been called up to Sporting? Trincao was one of the best in the league, Paulinho also made a big impact… Is it risky to take players who have had several injuries during the season, such as Pepe, Jota or Nuno Mendes?
“In my experience, with our approach to work, a player could not be included in the European Championship list unless he was in the national team for the last six stages. I think we have a lot of players, we have had impeccable qualifications and we have difficult decisions to make, but we need to make them to create a balanced team with all the necessary options. I definitely think Trincao and Pote had an exceptional season, but they were unlucky because March training camp was important. Now, to get on the list, we need players to come off the list. With great responsibility, honesty and work, the decisions take into account what we need to do at the European Championships. medical report regarding the players who are suitable for us, he has a profile and he is a special person, he is not ready to start training. The rest: Pedro Neto came and played the last game of the season. Diogo Jota is also ready, Pepe too. Accidents can happen in football, but I don’t think we take any risks. We have a good combination of experience and fresh legs, with the “kids”. This is a list of 26 players who will give a good response.”
Was the absence of Trincao and Pote a deciding factor for not being here in March? What words can you say to Sporting fans who are sad right now?
“First I would like to congratulate Sporting, I think they have had a great season. I said yes. Trincao was unlucky to be on the March roster but was injured. Pote did not make the list. Not on the list We have played 10 games in the qualifying stage, a perfect qualification and we are all competitive and it is very important for Sporting to have players in the squad. But the challenge to the European Championship has been the work of the last 18 months.
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