Dezelby: We must be vigilant against Real Madrid, focus on defense, and have ambitions in offense

Football 5:28pm, 16 September 2025 105

This Wednesday, Marseille will play away against Real Madrid in its first match in the Champions League phase. Head coach Dezelby talked about the topic of this game at a pre-match press conference.

About Marseille Return to the Champions League

"Of course we hope to play at Verodrome Stadium, but it is also a glory to come to the Bernabeu. We did not participate in the European game last year, so we are proud to be here. The responsibility this year is a big deal, and it is very important for Marseille. It is not an ordinary game, and it is very important to achieve good results in the Champions League."

Whether Real Madrid is a favorite to win the Champions League

"I don't know, there are many teams who have opportunities. Barcelona, ​​Bayern, Manchester City, Liverpool... I won't consider these, I only focus on tomorrow's games."

About this season Is Real Madrid stronger? "I don't want to comment on other teams. They performed well last year, and maybe the same this year."

How to evaluate Alonso "I think he will succeed. He is a great coach with clear thinking and has worked under several excellent coaches. He is very familiar with the environment of Real Madrid, and the young players on the team have great potential."

Regarding Greenwood's defense and oppression issues

"He has made progress in defensive and oppressive lately, and although he didn't do it often before, he can do it when he wants to. If he wants to be a top player, he must Learn to run without the ball. I see both Mbappe and Dembele put pressure on without the ball, and Greenwood should do the same. "

Your connection with Marseille

"Marseille is probably one of the best places for me, I really appreciate the city, the stadium is always full. The ups and downs of the club are part of football, and I am very happy to be here."

About Marseille's experience in the Champions League

"We have experienced players, Paval, Condobia, Pashan, Greenwood have all played in the Champions League. Agde's absence has had a lot of impact on us, but we have to adjust our roster and make the most of the new Players who join. "

About Marseille's style

"We will develop tactics based on the characteristics of the players. Our midfield is very strong, with three or four high-quality players. Without quality, you can't win the game, we have to go all out. Our offensive players can score goals, they are full of energy. We need to control the game, but facing different opponents, we will adjust the tactics."

About the changes in Real Madrid's style

"The players are different, but Alonso's style is clear. I don't want to compare him to Ancelotti, who has won all the honors. But from the game style Look, he has begun to leave his mark. "

About the return of Bellingham and Camavenga

"I don't know if they will play, nor how they are in their form. Joan Améni, Guerre, Valverde may play. If Camaven adds the game, others will be substitutes, but the level of the players on the other side is always high."

About the support of Marseille fans

" This makes us proud, but it is also a responsibility. It is their support that allows us to participate in the Champions League, and I hope we can bring them satisfactory results."

About the intention of playing against Real Madrid Yi

"This is my second time to come to the Bernabeu. I am very happy. It has left me with unforgettable memories. I hope we can dream of participating in the Champions League every year. Marseille has a long history in Europe. We come here for the game, which is the result of our efforts. We know Real Madrid has always been one of the strongest teams, but we will do our best to win."

How to evaluate Joan Améni's performance

"He is an excellent player, I knew him when I was a Donetsk miner. At that time, he was in Monaco, but I now pay more attention to my players."

About Sebalos Be able to join

"It's an internal thing, he's a good player and a person. Unfortunately, he didn't choose to join us. He's already playing for a great team, we've brought in some really great players, and that's life and football."

You want to see the real Marseille

"I don't know what the attitude will be tomorrow, we have new players to help us. Against a great team, you have to get used to and enjoy a game like this, have to be ambitious. If you want to be a top player, you have to do that."

The importance of this game

"It's not a celebration Wishing the event, but the beginning of a difficult journey. Our plan is to stay alert, focus on defense, and have ambitions on offense. We are not afraid, we have high-quality players, and we are proud to continue to play in the Champions League. But it is not a celebration, but a difficult beginning. "

Next game against Paris Saint-Germain

" Although we have one game a week, we treat it like three games. We have to think about one game after another, we have a lot of new players. We first face Lorient, then Real Madrid, then Paris, but our goal is to play every game well."

source:H5 Game