Coach Roberto Martinez said this Thursday that Portugal received an incredible reception in Germany and assured that he had never experienced anything like it, stressing that the players are aware of the expectations.
“It was an incredible move, my Portuguese doesn’t have the vocabulary to describe it. It was a visit full of passion. I’ve never experienced anything like this. Playing away, the Luxembourg experience was special, but nothing like what we got.” was today,” said upon arrival at the hotel in Marienfeld, which will serve as headquarters for the competition, which starts on Friday and ends on July 14.
Martinez explained that the players are aware of the expectations that come with Portugal, but will ensure that the Portuguese team is focused.
“The players are focused, have a lot of responsibility and are aware of the expectations, but have a history of focusing on what we can do, which is preparing for the game, being calm and together until the end,” he defended.
The Portuguese coach also noted that the team is working on technical, tactical and physical aspects, but explained that the strength of the Portuguese fans helps in preparation.
At Euro 2024, Portugal will play in Group F along with the Czech Republic (June 18, in Leipzig), Turkey (June 22, in Dortmund) and Georgia (June 26, in Gelsenkirchen).
Author: Lusa
Source: CM Jornal
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