Vincenzo Italiano's comments on the Marseille victory: We dedicate this win to the fans

Beşiktaş manager Vincenzo Italiano spoke at the post-match press conference after his team defeated Marseille 4-1 at home in the first week of the UEFA Europa League. The Italian coach stated that the support of the fans played an important role in the victory.

Stating that they started the match well, Italiano noted that they lost control of the game for a short period in the first half due to passing errors. Expressing his satisfaction with the performance in the second half, Italiano said, "Everyone played at a very high level. Everyone put in excellent performances. We got the 3 points in the end, but 3 points are not enough. We need to get more points."

Emphasizing that they need a winning streak to reach their goals in the Europa League, Italiano said, "If we want to advance from the group stage, if we want to go further, we want to get more points. Our fans were amazing today. We dedicate this victory to them."

Evaluating the performance of match referee Andrea Colombo, Italiano drew attention to the tempo of the game and congratulated the Italian referee for his performance. Italiano said that the new rules have made the game faster, which makes the job of referees more difficult.

Stating that his team is open to development, the Beşiktaş manager noted that they need to have more possession and take fewer risks during difficult moments. Expressing that his players reflected the plan worked on in training onto the pitch, Italiano said, "I hope this good period continues for a long time and does not end."

Italiano stated that they made unnecessary turnovers in some parts of the match and that they need to correct these points. The experienced coach stated that Orkun played because he felt good and performed well, and expressed his general satisfaction with his midfielders.

Touching on the condition of Vaclav Cerny, who left the game due to injury, Italiano stated that he thinks the player experienced fatigue and cramps. "I don't think he has a major problem," said Italiano, adding that Ernest Poku did a good job after coming on.

Emphasizing that they want to create a playing identity at Beşiktaş, Italiano explained that the club wanted him to show the work he had done previously here as well. Stating that leaving Italy was difficult for him, the manager expressed that the game on the pitch found a response in the stands and that this process is also reflected in the results.

News Source: 12punto