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If the positive energy from Ciriaco Sforza (50) could be converted into electricity, FCB could turn on the Joggeli for six months free of charge. “Play with joy”, shouts the new FCB coach to his players. From time to time he interrupts the session and gives instructions. “Play the ball hard, go ahead!” When pressing, Sforza cautions that his players have to bring the ball to the front. “If not, suddenly there are 50 meters to the opposing goal!” From time to time the veteran national player takes a single player, here a hug, there a positive gesture. It seems that he wants to transfer his own energy to the players.
“With the heart” is there, says Sforza after training. The discomfort in the club? Leave it cold. What happened happened. “We must all unite now, a new chapter begins.”
Give the boys time
What kind of soccer do you want to play? A dominant one! I want to play forward, be cheeky, be brave, “says Sforza. If possible with many young players. Young talents who are allowed to make mistakes. “We are all human, no one is perfect.” Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri weren’t perfect players after five games either, Sforza said. Boys need time. “And above all trust.”
But: FCB does not have much time. The new Super League season begins in 18 days, an extremely short preparation time for a coach. For Sforza, however, there is no reason to worry. “The season is long, we must not lose our temper.”
First serious fight in the Europa League
Three days before the first game of the season against Vaduz, FCB have to play in the qualifying phase of the Europa League. Out against the Croats of Osijek. A capital game from the beginning. A duel that can point the way. Therefore, Sforza has already faced the opponent. “A physical team”, according to the new FCB coach. “We are not afraid, but respect.”
The players had shown in the past season the quality they have. Not surprisingly, FCB reached the quarterfinals of the Europa League. However, he did not find a satisfied team on his first day on the job. That’s not surprising, after all, you just finished third in the championship.
Will the Basler improve with Sforza? “We want to play up front,” said the new FCB coach. There will be no lack of power from the dugout.
