11/06/2020 1:25 PM
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Updated 11/06/2020 1:25 PM
Being the best in the world at any activity is a double-edged sword.
While praise is the order of the day, there are also many waiting for the smallest detail for criticism.
That is what happened to Lionel Messi, who fell for a punctual play in the final minute of the Champions League match against Dinamo Kiev.
The theme was recurrent and attracted attention in the press conference that Ronald Koeman offered this Friday, in the preview of the league game against Betis.
The DT made a strong defense of the Argentine and scored: "It was the 93rd minute. They also took a lot of images from me when I'm sitting and pissed off. It seems that we have to be more aware of the images than of work. You can take any image and hurt. "
On the supposed lack of intensity and commitment of Messi, Koeman added: "Anyone can take an image walking and it does not interest me. If you want to mount controversy it is your problem. I do not agree."
In addition, Koeman explained that "Leo is a great player and we want him on the field where he can do damage. He is very important especially in attack and has played in different positions, such as a false nine or as a winger. We believe in him and always believe in problems to the contrary. "
On the other hand, Koeman said: "Emotionally, I see him good and strong, always enjoying this sport. He is showing a lot and like any player goes through more complicated moments or in which the ball does not enter, but until today he is very involved in this".
Faced with the permanent appearance of the subject in the conference, Koeman decreed: "Messi still has a lot of quality and he is showing it. We are used to the fact that he has always made a difference and is still a very decisive player."
In addition, he assured that he does not see him tired, but warned: "If Leo is not one hundred percent he will not play."
Finally, Koeman also responded about the present of Barsa, off to a good start in the Champions League but weak in the League: "Teams like Barcelona have to be at the top, if you are not, there are criticisms and I assume them, but we must not obsess, the season It is very long and you have to work match by match. You have to win, but it doesn't guarantee tranquility, a lot happens at this club, we have to be prepared for everything. "
Source: agency
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