“Despite the current context between the results and the injuries, what are your hopes for this match against Benfica?
The best player in the team told you (Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who attended the press conference before him), they are approaching this European Cup in a different state of mind. I deplore it because in the Championship, I think there would be room to do even better. But this competition puts them in a completely different state. I hope to see all that tomorrow (Thursday) evening because it’s a privilege to play in a quarter-final, it doesn’t happen to you every year in your career.
Once again, there is uncertainty over the composition of your right lane since Chancel Mbemba is not sure of being restored. How do you go about putting together a new defense for each match?
We adapt, we wait for the last training each time. Chancel (Mbemba) came with us, Murillo is there too. We will make the decision together based on the last training, and then we will make the best possible team.
What do you think of this Benfica team?
They have enormous offensive power. We saw matches, notably the one against Sporting Lisbon, where they showed a lot of intensity. It’s up to us to be up to the task to achieve the best possible result before the return match at home.
Your supporters’ tickets for the match are currently suspended. Can you ignore this matter or is it a source of motivation?
I hope that common sense will regain its rights. I have seen the president’s involvement for 48 hours. Football is a party. That the supporters are with us away for a quarter-final is logical. That the Benfica supporters will be there next week is logical too. I hope people will find a solution to make the party a success. »
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: “Matches the way we like them”
