Nuno Mendes' answers in the conference showed his maturity and confidence as a young player. He expressed his acceptance of the result against Slovenia and emphasized the importance of teamwork. Speaking about the comparisons with Crowe and Mbappe, he expressed his respect for the two world-class players, noting that they are both players who can change the game in an instant, but that the Portuguese team is ready for it.
Regarding the French oval and penalty, Nuno Mendes believes that this should not affect the confidence of the Portuguese team, but rather they should focus on their game plan. He mentioned the Portuguese team's unity at crucial moments and Diogo's excellent saves as key factors in their win.
When asked about the experience of playing in France and having shared the dressing room with Mbappe, Nuno Mendes said that it did give him some insight into the French team, but he was also aware that there might be other good players in the opponents' lineup. He showed confidence in how to defend against a player like Mbappe, saying that he is ready and will try to help his team block France's strong points.
Speaking about his personal form, Nuno Mendes said that he is 100 percent ready to face France and thanked all those who helped him in his recovery. He is motivated and looking forward to the upcoming match and is confident that Portugal will be able to come out on top.
Finally, when asked which player he would choose to play if he were the coach, Nuno Mendes skillfully avoided the question, stating that it was a decision the coach should make. He showed his trust and support for the coaching team and emphasized the importance of teamwork.
