Mexican giants Tigres held their official news conference ahead of FIFA Club World Cup debut against South Korea’s Ulsan Hyundai. Head coach Ricardo “Tuca” Ferretti highlighted the respect they have for their opponent, but that he wouldn’t change his style in order to face the Asian representative. Tigres is awaiting the medical clearance to have their playmakers Andre-Pierre Gignac and Carlos Gonzalez for the match.

Al Rayyan Stadium, Doha, Qatar. 3rd February 2021. #FIFA​ #ClubWC​ #FIFAClubWorldCup

0:00 SOUNDBITE (Spanish): Ricardo ‘Tuca’ Ferretti, Tigres Head Coach:

“I believe that after 10 years it’s illogical to change something that has been giving us results and brought us where we are now to invent something new. And we are coming from similar “do or die” matches in Orlando (USA, at CONCACAF Champions League) that allowed us to be here. My team will play the way they like, considering the opponent we will face.”

3. 00:40 SOUNDBITE (Spanish): Ricardo ‘Tuca’ Ferretti, Tigres Head Coach:

“Well, if the boss said he is ready, he’s ready. There’s no issue then. I believe that, first, Andre(-Pierre Gignac) does not have all details but Carlos Gonzalez need the medical ok from our medical staff and, after that, I’ll talk with the player to see if he’s 100 percent fit. If he’s 100 percent, we will evaluate. I won’t risk any player.

SOURCE: Dentsu

Powered by SNTV, WeShow Football features football highlights, previews, reactions and behind-the-scenes footage from the world’s top leagues and federations.

Visit SNTV at http://www.sntv.com

Comments

Comments are disabled for this post.