By insisting on the fact that the 4-3-3 used in Amsterdam put certain players “back to their positions”, Jacques Abardonado placed a beautiful stone in the garden of Marcelino, his predecessor.
Valentin Rongier: “We are all very happy. » Jacques Abardonado: ” It is a relief. » As for Olympique de Marseille, the fact that Pablo Longoria remains in his position as president has delighted many people. And the main victim of this incredible week at the club is ultimately Marcelino.
The Spanish coach left OM, and his interim successor, Jacques Abardonado, achieved a good first in Amsterdam (3-3) in the Europa League. The former defender arranged his team in 4-3-3, which is a change from Marcelino, who only swore by 4-4-2. “Each coach has his preferences, his habits. Marcelino tried to set up his system. I have another one. I have my beliefs. I want attacking football, putting players in their positions”confided Abardonado.
“I want the players to be in their positions,” This is a sentence that the current OM coach has uttered on several occasions, and it could seem like a direct attack on Marcelino, who struggled to convince with his choices and his method.
For OM, confirmation is expected as this shock against PSG on Sunday evening looms. “We must go to the Park without complexes, especially given the situation,” explained Valentin Rongier at a press conference.relays RMC. Very little time to prepare for this match. It’s going to be a good session today, video. We won’t be able to open the game as much as against Ajax. But we have a plan. »
