Mariusz Jop before #ZAWWIS: We are positive about this match

Before the team's departure for Bydgoszcz for the STS Polish Cup Round of 16, a press conference was held with the participation of coach Mariusz Jop. The White Star coach answered questions from journalists before the match against Zawisza.

Is the coach planning any changes to the squad? tomorrow's match? "There will definitely be changes. This match won't be a walk in the park." We know that. Cup matches have their own rules and are often surprises. We know that for our part we just have to treat it the meeting as if it were a league match, i.e. with full commitment, with sticking to our philosophy, but also taking into account the specifics of the game We are definitely in a good mood for this match and we are going there to to win." said coach Jop.

What are your opponent's strengths? "As always Before each match there was an analysis that was given to the players. We have overtrained some things, but of course not everything - therefore, that this time was less than standard. In addition to the general analysis, the players are provided with individual specification of each player in terms of their opponent, what they have pay attention. Zawisza is definitely a team that is effective in defensively, because he has the fewest goals conceded in his group. Quite effective in positional attack. He often tries to do this, he likes to have the ball. Just like most teams also look for their chances at set pieces. Of course we have much more details and also information about which spaces we want to use when it comes to our attacking. We are prepared as always for every upcoming match." – described the Wisła coach.

What was your work like as a staff member at preparations for the next two matches? "When it comes to personnel, of course, that's the main premise. That's the main plan. But we know, that sometimes this plan needs to be adjusted. We are ready to make such adjustments. Of course. I have an idea of ​​the starting eleven and potential changes in mind. We'll see, what tomorrow's match will bring. Sometimes you have to react on the fly," the coach said.

So far you have bypassed your Ekstraklasa rivals. However, there are opinions that due to the lack of seedings in the Polish Cup competition, this the system is unfair. "I think that's also the charm of the Polish Cup, that teams from the lower league can face the first league or with a top-class player. Everyone probably has their own perspective on whether it's fair or unfair. Not everything is fair in football. However, the fact that you are a favorite and that you play in a higher league, you have to always confirm it on the pitch, because as I said earlier, the matches Cup competitions are specific. It's one match, a lot can happen. Teams, which are ranked lower are characterized by great determination. This is a great celebration and it will be the same tomorrow in Bydgoszcz. A lot of fans will come and We certainly realize that this will be a difficult match for us." – he said.

What is the situation with Angel Rodado in terms of fatigue? at this stage of the season? "Like I said before, those who played most of all, it is quite natural that they already feel it in their bodies. To answer your question, there is a chance he will start on the bench.” – replied the Wisła coach.

Transfer window plans. "Of course we talk about it and we've talked about it before, but I think now our thoughts and focus are on the nearest rival and then on the next match league, so we will probably come back to this topic more strongly after the end of these two meetings." – concluded Mariusz Jop.