After losing to Ireland 0-2 in an away game, Portugal coach Roberto Martinez attended the pre-match press conference against Armenia and talked about the situation of the team and Ronaldo.
Talk about whether the team can regroup
"We have a team full of responsibility and self-criticism. We have worked hard to create an environment where we can still grow after the game, especially after the loss. We are very sad now. I have already talked about this game, but it is not about talking now. This time. Sadness is an opportunity. We will welcome a team that we respect at home and in front of our fans. We hope to show our level and secure qualification. Our focus is tomorrow's game."
Talk about the state of the players after the loss
"We have been working together for nearly a year. It's been three years and the overall atmosphere of the team is very stable. We like to review games and use this time to grow, which helps us a lot to win the next game and improve ourselves. In training yesterday, I saw that the players were excited and full of energy and they were eager to show their best. level, fighting for victory in front of the home fans. This is a very special qualifying match, six games, success or failure is determined by details... The team is in good shape and everyone can't wait to show our true strength."
Does Proenza (President of the Portuguese Football Association) inject confidence into the team?
"I think we all work together and are united. This strength is very important at any time. Whether it is a defeat or a victory, we maintain a winner's mentality... We are now looking forward to fulfilling the efforts we have made in the past period, and everyone is in the same boat. "
Do you want Ronaldo to watch the game at the Dragon Stadium?
"When a player is injured, he will not appear in the national team. When a player is suspended, he will not appear in the national team. Because his focus will not be on the game, we have always operated this way. If the player is not on the roster on the day of the game, then he will not appear on the national team. The player's focus is to win the game. This was the case with B Fee against Ireland. Cristiano Ronaldo also had a yellow card suspension, when he He is not present in the team. Such questions are disrespectful to Ronaldo and other players present. It is like questioning Ronaldo's commitment. Why are we talking about this? He has won countless games and his commitment is impeccable. Now he cannot be here due to suspension. This is part of our job."
Talking about the starting selection when Ronaldo is absent
"We have one more training and I haven't discussed it yet. When it comes to the starting lineup, we like to have two players to choose from in each position. Gonzalo Ramos is a natural striker who has had many outstanding performances in the national team. He is one of the most efficient forwards in European competitions and is a very important player for the Portuguese national team. "
Analysis of Armenia
"People don't know. To understand the strength of the Armenian team, their new coach did not have much time to prepare before playing against us, but this is a team that dares to attack, is very smart and creative. Defensively, they have a solid five-man defense that performed well against Ireland, which shows the work of the coach. Although they were unlucky to lose, this is a very competitive team and we have a lot of respect for them."