Andoni Iraola: Jacquet & Jones Updates, Anfield Reception & Fitness Levels | Liverpool vs Monaco
Andoni Iraola reflects on the team's performance in their preseason match, noting both positive aspects and areas needing improvement, particularly their stamina levels. He also provides updates on injured players and expresses appreciation for the Anfield crowd's support.
Summary
In the post-match interview, Andoni Iraola shares his insights on the recent preseason game, drawing parallels with their previous encounter against Leeds. He praises the team's first-half performance but acknowledges a drop in their energy levels as the game progressed. Iraola highlights that while senior players made their first preseason appearances, they need more training to achieve optimal fitness. Regarding injuries, he mentions Jeremy Chaket's near return and a minor issue with Cartis, prompting caution in their management. Overall, Iraola identifies the squad's need for improvement in maintaining performance levels throughout the entire match and expresses gratitude for the Anfield crowd's encouragement, particularly during the first half despite the second-half struggles.
Key Insights
- Iraola notes that the team's first 30 minutes were strong, but stamina issues resulted in decreased performance in the second half.
- He observes that senior players displayed varying levels of readiness, with some not able to maintain energy for a full 90 minutes.
- Iraola provides updates on injured players, indicating Chaket is expected to return soon while Cartis has a minor hip issue.
- He emphasizes the team's inability to sustain their desired level of play throughout the match, highlighting a need for further training.
- Iraola expresses enjoyment of the Anfield crowd's support during the first half but felt frustrated by their inability to deliver in the second half.
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Transcript
[0:00] Andona, your reaction to the game today? >> I think quite similar to the game we played against leadeds. No, I think we played a really good first half, especially first 30 minutes, but right now probably we don't have much more in terms of the level required, no to play like this. And then we were much better in the second half. In the same way we were better in the first half, they were much better in the second half. And they deserve to uh to turn around the game. Yes. A number of senior players got their first minutes of preseason. Where [0:30] did you feel as though they were at with their levels? >> I…
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