Kannavaro said there is a major problem with the mental state of football players
After the next friendly match of the Uzbekistan national team, head coach Fabio Cannavaro attended a press conference that was very unusual and meaningful. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
The Italian specialist openly and directly expressed his thoughts about the mistakes in the previous match, the players' mental state, and the preparation for the upcoming historic World Cup. Answering journalists' questions, the coach emphasized that the mistakes in the defensive line in the first half of the game were due to carelessness.
According to him, although the situation improved in the second half, the main problem was not tactics but hidden in the players' mental readiness. The coach reminded that it is necessary to enter the field in every game with equal prospects and high motivation.
Fabio Cannavaro specially noted the importance of set pieces in modern football. He stated that the goal scored from a free kick was not a coincidence but the result of hard work in training.
During the press conference, a question arose about the late substitutions of players from the bench. The coach defended his decisions, explaining that making many substitutions at once could disrupt the rhythm of the game.
To critics, he jokingly suggested to come to their senses. The physical difference between African and European football was also discussed.
Cannavaro acknowledged the difference between Asian football and international-level athletics, warning that great attention should be paid to physical fitness. The participation of Abduqodir Husanov in the next game was also interesting for fans.
The coach said not to rush and to wait for the player's full recovery. It was announced that the talents of creative players like Aziz Ganiyev and Jamshid Iskanderov would be used at the right time.
The match against Venezuela before the golden days is expected not only to be a friendly game but also a great celebration for the fans. This match will serve as the last test field for the national team before the World Cup.
Source: One.uz
