Cherchesov: "Previous meetings are in the past"
- How are preparations for the match with Slovakia going?
- We work as usual, since we have already held two training camps in this way.
The footballers who came out in the meeting with Slovenia recovered more, the rest practiced.
Yesterday evening we flew to Slovakia, slept, checked the field, conducted a tactical exercise.
After each match, questions arise about the condition of the players, so we are waiting for the conclusion of the medical headquarters, and we will build on it.
- How do you assess the state of the field?
- The lawn is of excellent quality, the stadium is good.
It is a pity that it will be empty.
Of course, I would like to return to normal life.
- Have your wards already passed the doping control?
- Yes, doping officers came to us this morning, checked ten players.
But that is their job, and it is our responsibility to provide what they demand.
- Previous matches of the Slovak national team ended in a draw. Does it matter to you?
- Of course, the score on the scoreboard leaves an imprint on the team.
But both matches of the Slovak national team could have ended differently.
Therefore, we prefer to watch how the opponent acts on the field, what are his strengths and weaknesses, and prepare for him regardless of the previous result.
- Nevertheless, due to two draws, Slovakia has only two points, which will inevitably put pressure on it. Does this play into the hands of the Russians?
- The pressure is present before every match at the national team level.
This does not affect us in any way, we are preparing for a specific opponent.
For me personally, the main thing is the state of my charges.
- What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Slovak national team?
- I have an answer to your question, but I will only tell my players about it.
In addition, it would be incorrect on my part to evaluate the opponent.
My colleague should tell about it.
- What result in the match with Slovakia would satisfy you?
- This is the simplest question.
Any coach will be satisfied only with victory.
But no one will give us anything, we must fight for all victories.
- In matches with Malta and Slovenia, Artem Dzyuba scored three times. Will it help you achieve the desired result tomorrow?
- Previous meetings are in the past.
We select the squad regardless of the names, but based on what tactics will give the best result.
- Tell us about the condition of Aleksandr Golovin and Aleksey Ionov, who finished the match with Slovenia ahead of schedule, and did not train in the general group.
- Today they were with us on the field.
But, again, we will wait for the green light from the medical headquarters.
- Are you satisfied with the state of Magomed Ozdoev in the meeting with Slovenia?
- I think the decision not to take him to the match with Malta was right.
In general, the coaching staff was satisfied with his actions and form.
Of course, there are always some shortcomings, but in today's theoretical lesson we will correct them.
- How much does the absence of
VAR affect the fight in the qualifying tournament
?
- In this matter, I am conservative, since I played and spent a significant part of my coaching career without this system.
Therefore, I am calm about his absence.
Mistakes happen in football and with VAR, which is why he is good.
You see, several days have passed since the scandal in the Serbia - Portugal match, and we are still discussing it.
I think it is better to ask the judges about this, who have to get used to one thing or the other.
One meeting has a video help system; in another, they have to rely only on themselves.
Probably, the International Football Federation (FIFA) should already decide whether to use it constantly or abandon it forever.
Fomin: "A serious rival awaits us"
- What is your mood for the match with Slovakia?
- After victories, recovery is always easier.
We arrived in a good mood, now we are getting ready for the next meeting, we are preparing in working mode.
A serious contender awaits us.
- Will the fact that the Slovaks failed to defeat the group's outsiders twice in a row leave an imprint on the upcoming game?
- All footballers understand that each match is a new story.
Now the Slovaks will play at home, which means they will enter the field with the maximum spirit.
But this is also a very important game for us.
Therefore, we do not think about past results.
- Did you like the stadium in Trnava?
- Yes, great.
And the lawn is of good quality.
Everything for football.
You have to go out and enjoy the game.
I like to play in arenas without treadmills, when the stands immediately start after the field.
They have a special atmosphere.
Of course, it's a pity that this time there will be no fans.
- What do you think about the absence of
VAR in the tournament matches?
- In the Russian championship, the system works, but still there are controversial points and questions.
Therefore, we take her absence in the qualifying tournament for granted.