Latest

Girona boss after Liverpool defeat: 'I'm far from being a Champions League coach'

11 December 2024, 08:20
7

Girona fell to a 1-0 defeat to Liverpool in the Champions League, with their manager Michel acknowledging their defeat to one of the best teams in the world.

Liverpool won thanks to a penalty converted by Mohamed Salah in the second half.

After the game, Michel told reporters: "I think we played well, against the best team in the Champions League.

"Beyond the result, I think the fans should be proud of the players.

"Every game is different. Liverpool are one of the best teams in the world and we thought the ball would be more for them."

He then elaborated on how Girona still made a difference: "We managed to make [Virgil] Van Dijk not have a clear reference. We also found the free man and that gave us the opportunity to run.

"I learn a lot from these games. Now I look at what we could have done better.

"But in the end, the result does not determine my mood. I am happy with the players' performance, I am very proud of them, but also thoughtful.

"I've learned that I'm far from being a Champions League coach. Liverpool is a mirror for us."