In a press conference, before introducing this Saturday’s meeting in Azerbaijan, Domenico Tedesco returned in the absence of Kevin De Bruyne.
This Saturday, the Devils will challenge Azerbaijan in qualifying for Euro 2024. In a press conference this Friday, Domenico Tedesco The names of two holders in particular were revealed: Castilles and Courtois. The coach also addressed the case of Kevin De Bruyne, who is set to be absent until at least January.
“Kevin De Bruyne is irreplaceable, both in the national team and at Manchester City. We must replace him collectively, all players must contribute. Then, we must aim for intensity, creativity. A player in this position in the rectangle Have to enter and create threat.”
In second place in their group, the Devils are clear favorites for the match. Almost everyone expected an easy victory, but not the German-Italians.
“I definitely don’t expect an easy win. Azerbaijan lost 5-0 in Sweden, but they had more possession in the first half and could have led 0-1. They are a team that is very competitive in football. Knows how to play. Their left winger Shedayev could play for any team.”
Arriving in Baku this Thursday evening, the Devils trained on a difficult pitch this Friday.
“It’s good that we can adapt by exploring the space this Friday. I talked to the players for five minutes about the pitch, then I turned the page. The quality of the pitch can be no excuse” concluded Tedesco,