When asked if he finds the players’ lack of aggression surprising and if he believes he can instill that quality in them, he responded, “That’s a great question. What exactly is aggression?”
He continued, “Aggression manifests in how we sprint to defend our box. If one player is taking one or two touches, we need to be more physical in those moments. My focus is on the details and the context of the situation.”
“Ultimately, we need to shift our mindset as a team because there’s potential for us to win games. I mentioned last year that reaching the final third and creating opportunities was challenging; that’s no longer the case.”
“You can interpret the situation however you choose, but I watch the matches without sound, free from social media and external opinions.”
“It’s clear that a significant factor is our inability to win games. While we’re making progress—getting closer to the goal, taking more shots, and limiting our opponents’ chances compared to last year—at the end of the day, results matter. We need to address this mental barrier.”
