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BVB coach Edin Terzic was satisfied with his team after the 3-1 win over Ajax Amsterdam. In a media round, he then spoke about …
…the successful dress rehearsal: “It was a really great game with a lot of chances to score and a quick goal for us, the only thing that annoys us is the quick goal we conceded. There was still a good chance for Ajax in the first half, but the start didn’t go well. We corrected that during the break. Not only was it a nice game, there was a great atmosphere, both from our fans and from the Ajax fans.”
… rising euphoria: “It’s not about allowing or curbing euphoria. It’s about getting better. And we see that from game to game. So far it hasn’t been normal preparation. With the time difference, we played four games in nine and a half days. We did really well for that. Everyone is doing well and wants to implement everything.”
… the newcomers: “They have fitted in well. Everyone had good actions – defensively and offensively. That leaves you wanting more.”
… the ailing actors: “Players like Nico Schlotterbeck have been training again. We didn’t take any risks with many players.”
… a possible starting eleven: “The game against Ajax was a point that we take into account. But we had seven friendlies. There will be tough decisions. That’s what we want. We want to push each other to peak performance.”
… the performance of Felix Nmecha: “In 45 minutes he had five or six shots. He showed what we saw in him before we got him. The playing field sometimes looks too small for him. With his long strides, he can get onto the pitch almost anywhere. He can become important for us, and he showed that today.”
… about a possible starting XI for Felix Nmecha in the DFB Cup: “He’s as close as anyone. He has to earn it. Physically he was able to collect 45 minutes again. In the past week he was able to train almost completely. It won’t be because of the physique.”