January 16 News Barcelona coach Harvey attended the post-match press conference with Real Madrid
What is it like to win your first title as Barcelona coach?
You once said before the game that you are looking forward to it and need this championship very much:
Yes, we definitely need this championship more than Real Madrid, because Real Madrid won a lot of championships last season, which gave us a lot of confidence, a lot of joy.
It belongs to the players, not me, because the players have given a lot to this, and it has been the case since I coached.
Our locker room is fantastic and I’m so proud of them.
Perfect fight, what do you think?
Playing well, the players have a very good understanding of tactics, which is the most important thing.
Gabi, Pedri, and De Jong all played very well today. We have a 4-man midfielder today to strengthen control and increase the advantage of the midfielder.
Gabi resolutely attacked the opponent’s combination at the critical moment, Dembele kept hugging and breaking through on the wing, Conde, Araujo, Christensen, Bald, all performed steadily, and Ter Stegen was outstanding
, we are happy for them, Barcelona fans deserve it all.
You seem to be very happy, why did Barcelona play so well today?
I am very satisfied, because everyone knows that I care about “how to win”. Although Barcelona needs to win now, winning affects many things, but if I win but do not play well, I will not be satisfied.
So I am very happy to win today, but I am more satisfied with the winning process.
Everything was perfect today, I’m happy for the players, we all want to win this title.
Since my coaching, Barcelona players have received a lot of unfair criticism.
Today’s victory is a release and liberation for everyone, winning the championship, beating Real Madrid, and the way to win, this game allows us to work more calmly.
The same is true for Barcelona fans, Barcelona has not been easy in recent years, Messi’s departure also has a great impact on Barcelona, the club’s financial situation is not very ideal, but we have built a team, I hope this can become more champions
Start.
Today we saw that the team did not have problems after leading as before, but firmly controlled the advantage:
Real Madrid’s counterattack is very sharp and can completely kill the game. We need to control this, limit Vinicius and Benzema, and reduce their chances of launching a counterattack.
Control and results of the game are as important as the score.
Gabby, at the age of 18, talk about his performance?
I have nothing to say about Gabby, it’s pure passion, pure devotion.
If Gabi can’t play, I don’t feel right, because Gabi’s motivation to teammates on the court and the emotional infection of everyone are unparalleled.
Only 18 years old, goals assists, this kind of big heart is incredible.
Gabi has a charisma from the inside out, such courage is incredible for an 18-year-old kid.
For Gabi, I am willing to praise him tirelessly, and I hope he will not stop improving, because Gabi’s future is limitless.
What impact does this game and this championship have on Barcelona?
Now that’s my job, after we’ve played games like this in the Super Cup, it’s time for the league and the Copa del Rey.
Can’t relax now, give it your all, and hope the Super Bowl isn’t the only title of the season.
What did you chat with President Laporta after the game?
Trusting him is also very important for your coaching:
Yes, without a doubt, I’ve spoken to the chairman and I’m happy for him, he’s done a lot for this and he believes in our plan and our team.
Our board of directors is very brave and has paid a lot for this plan. It is not easy, but today we can say that it has achieved preliminary results.
Of course, this is just a championship, and I hope to win more championships in the future.
Today’s three goals were all quick counterattacks. Is this a future trend, or is it just a coincidence?
No, the current football is all about speed. At the critical moment, when we counterattack and enter the offensive and defensive transition, we need to attack quickly. Lewandowski is like this at the front, and his speed is very fast.
Busquets counterattacked, Gabi counterattacked, and Lewandowski scored.
We have a lot of fast players on the wing, Dembele, Rafinha, Fati, Memphis, that’s it.
Football is like this now, it is more direct and pays more attention to speed, and Barcelona also has such characteristics.