In the upcoming quarter-final of the Euro Cup on July 7, Beijing time, the Dutch team will face the Turkish team. Before the match, the Dutch head coach Koeman attended the press conference and elaborated on the team's preparation, analysis of the opponents as well as the match strategy.
Koeman began by emphasizing the importance of the game, "We are about to fight for a place in the semi-finals in a game that every player dreams of. We know it won't be easy, but we are ready for it. We gained valuable confidence against Romania, which is an important motivation for us to keep going. We have to maintain that high level of athleticism and only then will we be able to achieve our goals."
Talking about the upcoming match against the Turkish team, Coman showed a full study of the opponent: "Turkey is a very difficult opponent, their style of play is very different from Romania, with their own unique style and characteristics. They will flexibly adjust their formation according to the game situation, whether it's a four-back or a five-back, they can show a strong defensive ability. At the same time, they also have a tenacious fighting spirit and the spirit of not giving up, which is the key to their ability to achieve good results in the game. But our focus is always on ourselves and we have to play to our strengths and play our style."
Regarding the large number of Turkish fans that may be present at the venue, Koeman said that his team is mentally prepared: "My players have a lot of experience in the game and they know how to stay calm and focused in this atmosphere. We will master the rhythm of the game by controlling the ball and let the crowd's voice gradually diminish. Of course, it won't be easy as the Turkish fans are known for their passion and support. But we will remain calm and pragmatic, abiding by the rules of the game while looking for and utilizing the space left by our opponents."
Finally, Koeman re-emphasized the team's goals and beliefs: "We are eager to win in this game, but it requires us to put in more effort and sweat. We believe in our strength and ability, and we also believe that we can overcome all difficulties. Let's fight together for the honor of Dutch soccer!"
