Despite the big victory at the opening of the 13th day and in a derby, the Italian technician declared that OM could “play much better”. He emphasized: “It was a difficult match, we must not trust the result. It was a derby and both teams wanted to do well. But I think we can play a lot better. I’m not very satisfied with the game offered. We can play better, in the low construction, in managing the ball in the opponent’s area. »
He tempered his remarks by emphasizing the importance of the victory : “But I’m still very happy. It’s a victory that counts against a difficult team to play against. »
High demands for OM
The Marseille coach reaffirmed his belief that his squad has greater potential:
“I am very satisfied but I am sure that we have a team that can and must play much better than today. I told the players. I respect them so much that I think that after a 5-1 in Nice. This allows you to imagine the idea I have of my players. »
Objectives and concerns
This victory allows OM to calmly prepare for the very important reception of Newcastle on Tuesday in the Champions League. De Zerbi insisted: “ It’s important for the enthusiasm and the ranking since we are first tonight. And it’s important for Newcastle, Toulouse, etc. Here we have to win and quickly forget, to move on the next day. » He added: “ The team is progressing, especially mentally. The only thing that concerns me is the infirmary and the number of injured. » De Zerbi concluded on a personal note, smiling: “I’m happy to have won here because every time I drive back to Italy, I pass this stadium and I remembered the 2-0 defeat last season. Now I will remember this 5-1. » OM are provisionally leader pending PSG’s trip to Le Havre this Saturday evening.
