Mauricio Pochettino speaks ahead of the Champions League final. The PSG coach assessed that Liverpool did not have enough rest time than Real Madrid.
The 2021/2022 Champions League Final features the Liverpool vs Real Madrid duel. The match is scheduled to take place on Sunday (29/5/2022) early morning WIB at the Stade de France.
Liverpool are eyeing a third title this season, while increasing their collection of Champions League titles to seven. Meanwhile, Madrid want to establish themselves as the ‘king’ of Europe by eyeing the 14th title.
This duel is also a repeat of the Champions League final four years earlier. Real Madrid then managed to beat Liverpool 3-1 in Kyiv and bring home their 13th Big Ear.
The Liverpool vs Real Madrid duel did not go unnoticed by Paris Saint-Germain tactician Mauricio Pochettino. He assessed that this match will be determined by the physical strength of the players.
Pochettino said Madrid were favored because they had more rest schedules than Liverpool. Mohamed Salah et al played all matches in all competitions, so they were much more tired than El Real.
“Everything depends on the moment of performance. Madrid have less stress, are calmer to prepare for the final. They are able to manage their time better,” said Pochettino, quoted by the Daily Mail. Brand.
PSG coach Mauricio Pochettino. Photo: AP/Manu Fernandez |
“Liverpool have to play the Cup final and play Premier to the end. There are players with a high level of stress. Just look at how Liverpool have performed recently,” he continued.
“Madrid are 100 per cent ready. Finals are always 50 per cent, both teams have the quality to manage and control the game. This will also be determined by other factors, such as luck, the form of the game or the inspiration of certain players,” said Mauricio Pochettino.
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