MADRID – Zinedine Zidane called for “respect” for journalists in the run-up to the match against Huesca and reiterated that he does not plan to resign despite the bad situation facing Real Madrid.
The French coach, who was returning after overcoming the coronavirus, was very upset by the criticism received in recent weeks and passionately defended a squad that last season managed to win the League title.
“I’m not happy to be asked after a bad game because I don’t deserve this treatment by the press. Last year we won the league. I expect a little respect. I always take my responsibility and if the results I am the first to understand the criticism, but … “, said Zidane before suggesting that in the summer there could be changes.
“I’m out every day. What are you telling me. I demand that they let us work. I claim that. Last year we won the League and we have the right to be trusted. The year may need to change, but this year we have the right to fight because we won the league last year. A little respect. “
Madrid have won just one of their last five games and recently said goodbye to their chances of winning two titles in the fall in both the Super Cup semi-finals against Athletic Bilbao and the Copa del Rey. in front of the Alcoyano.
The Frenchman is aware that the season is being very erratic, but asks to remember that there are many months ahead and two titles to play. In fact, Zidane wants this weekend’s match against Huesca to be a first starting point for this.
“The important thing is that we concentrate. We deserve to end this squad. There is a lot of talk about things, about coach changes … Whatever happens will happen. I have always said that I am lucky to be here and I will not give up. “I will take advantage of this every day. The players want to show who we are and that is what I will try to do. We are not very fine. We have not won enough matches but we are encouraged to change the situation. We will not give up.”
Asked by Zidane about his anger, the coach pointed out that extremism in the environment is not good for the team.
“One day I’m out and the next I’m in, then if we tie or lose I’m out. It’s the reality. It’s what you’re doing. I accept it. I’m angry to tell you to do your job but we’ll try to do our , which is to give the face. Let’s fight, but you have to respect these working people a little bit. “
ØDEGAARD
In addition, Zidane revealed that the transfer of Martin Ødegaard to Arsenal was due to an express request from the player.
“He wanted to go out and he wanted to play. We talked about it three times. And he wanted to have the opportunity elsewhere. He knew Martin’s. He told him to stay, fight, fight and have peace of mind because that’s long. “And it’s more of a request of mine. In the end it wasn’t like that. The important thing is that he’s happy.”
DANGER
The French coach also took the opportunity to wish Eden Hazard a speedy recovery. According to ESPN, the Belgian striker will be out for a minimum of four weeks due to a muscle injury in the rectum of his left leg.
“We want to see Eden without any problems, but what do you want me to tell you about the bad luck he has had. Very complicated, especially for him. You have to be positive. We know the player he is,” said the Madrid coach. .
After being out of the team for several weeks, Sergio Ramos could play again this weekend after overcoming his muscle problems, although it will not be 100% confirmed until the same Saturday. Nacho has already overcome the coronavirus and is available, but Rodrygo, Dani Carvajal and Federico Valverde are still recovering.