Muricy on the cast: "There are no reserved seats here"
Coach says that "whoever is better will play" and comments on reinforcements, training matches and integrated work with the base
By Communication - Official Club Website - in
This Thursday (January 14.01) was a training match in Mangaratiba. In another step in the preseason preparation for the 2016 competitions, the red-and-black squad faced Tigres and won 2-0, with two goals from Emerson. In addition to approving the training, coach Muricy Ramalho spoke to the press about reinforcements, chemistry, Guerrero, and interaction with the youth team.
Read the coach's full press conference:
Training match analysis
"The movement was good; we didn't just do tactical training. It's good to start. We're still far from physical fitness; the demands in football today are to be in top shape, especially in the extremely high temperatures of this time of year. Everything is normal, and it's important that the players haven't been injured, as their muscles still need to improve."
Rodinei and Guerrero
"Rodinei is known for his speed and ability to get to the front of the field, so we have to take advantage of that. He's used to doing that; he's a player who gets deep a lot. These crosses from deep are dangerous for the opponent. Guerrero is still getting back into shape and will definitely return to his usual form."
Reinforcements
"Our focus is on the two positions where we're shorthanded: midfield and another defender. These are the positions that are most vulnerable, and we can't afford to make mistakes. That's why we're taking our time, evaluating and analyzing every day." Members play a key role in recruiting new talent for Mengão's squad. Click here to become a member or call 4007-1981.
Interaction
"Some players are still arriving and need to find their footing. We need to improve some details that didn't work well last year. This is the result of a very fast team, and sometimes we lose some accuracy. We concede a lot of goals from high balls. These are things we're working on, and with the arrival of new players, it's important for them to get to know each other so we can gel as a team."
First half team of the training match
- (The base from last year took the field), with some players changed. But there's no permanent seat here. During training sessions and matches, if someone shows improvement, they'll change. Whoever's better will play.
Tactical changes
"Today, you can't have space between the lines; that's what we practice most. Defensive players have to understand this; they have to shorten the ball. They have to practice. We practiced this a few times, and in training, they learned it. We had little through ball today because the team shortened the ball well."
Preparation
"Of course, they're not 100% yet, but playing also helps you gain rhythm, especially in these tough matches we're going to play. We'll be careful about fatigue, which is why the squad is so important. We have tests to do that. We have to be very careful at the beginning, but the games are important because they provide playing conditions."
Performance in the training game
"It was good, given the short training time we had. The movement was good, a team that doesn't struggle with the goalkeeper because it's well-positioned."
Guerrero
"We have to respect the player's characteristics. With the arrival of our midfielders, it will be important for Guerrero to play some. He holds the ball well for these players to arrive. He's a very important athlete; he plays the pivot role well." Star Paolo Guerrero now defends the colors of the Sacred Mantle thanks to the Nação Rubro-Negra Program. Make a difference: become a fan member.
Sub-20
"We're observing. I already spoke with the youth academy staff when I arrived to get ideas for players they think are interesting for the future. It's difficult to name names. Sometimes the player gets excited, or the people who manage his career. There are certainly quality players. Not right now, but they're gradually being introduced. Some will already be training with us."
Ederson and Cirino
- The players' physical recovery depends on them and their progress. These are players who have had physical problems and will only play when they're healthy. We can't take risks. We've been working hard on their muscles, and for players with their quality, it won't be difficult for them to play.
Read the coach's full press conference:
Training match analysis
"The movement was good; we didn't just do tactical training. It's good to start. We're still far from physical fitness; the demands in football today are to be in top shape, especially in the extremely high temperatures of this time of year. Everything is normal, and it's important that the players haven't been injured, as their muscles still need to improve."
Rodinei and Guerrero
"Rodinei is known for his speed and ability to get to the front of the field, so we have to take advantage of that. He's used to doing that; he's a player who gets deep a lot. These crosses from deep are dangerous for the opponent. Guerrero is still getting back into shape and will definitely return to his usual form."
Reinforcements
"Our focus is on the two positions where we're shorthanded: midfield and another defender. These are the positions that are most vulnerable, and we can't afford to make mistakes. That's why we're taking our time, evaluating and analyzing every day." Members play a key role in recruiting new talent for Mengão's squad. Click here to become a member or call 4007-1981.
Interaction
"Some players are still arriving and need to find their footing. We need to improve some details that didn't work well last year. This is the result of a very fast team, and sometimes we lose some accuracy. We concede a lot of goals from high balls. These are things we're working on, and with the arrival of new players, it's important for them to get to know each other so we can gel as a team."
First half team of the training match
- (The base from last year took the field), with some players changed. But there's no permanent seat here. During training sessions and matches, if someone shows improvement, they'll change. Whoever's better will play.
Tactical changes
"Today, you can't have space between the lines; that's what we practice most. Defensive players have to understand this; they have to shorten the ball. They have to practice. We practiced this a few times, and in training, they learned it. We had little through ball today because the team shortened the ball well."
Preparation
"Of course, they're not 100% yet, but playing also helps you gain rhythm, especially in these tough matches we're going to play. We'll be careful about fatigue, which is why the squad is so important. We have tests to do that. We have to be very careful at the beginning, but the games are important because they provide playing conditions."
Performance in the training game
"It was good, given the short training time we had. The movement was good, a team that doesn't struggle with the goalkeeper because it's well-positioned."
Guerrero
"We have to respect the player's characteristics. With the arrival of our midfielders, it will be important for Guerrero to play some. He holds the ball well for these players to arrive. He's a very important athlete; he plays the pivot role well." Star Paolo Guerrero now defends the colors of the Sacred Mantle thanks to the Nação Rubro-Negra Program. Make a difference: become a fan member.
Sub-20
"We're observing. I already spoke with the youth academy staff when I arrived to get ideas for players they think are interesting for the future. It's difficult to name names. Sometimes the player gets excited, or the people who manage his career. There are certainly quality players. Not right now, but they're gradually being introduced. Some will already be training with us."
Ederson and Cirino
- The players' physical recovery depends on them and their progress. These are players who have had physical problems and will only play when they're healthy. We can't take risks. We've been working hard on their muscles, and for players with their quality, it won't be difficult for them to play.