Farioli on Alan Varela’s call-up and wine: “Hard to believe…” | OneFootball

In three games, we have three wins and haven’t conceded a single goal: “We are very satisfied with the work we have been doing. I can confirm that this has been a good week in terms of work. When I go home and open the door, if I return with a smile to my family, it means the work was good. So far, the team has helped and made sure I always come home with a big smile. Only twice have I come back sad. The players are doing a great job.”

Do you consider yourself prepared for this challenge: “I think we are never truly prepared. We discover things once we’re inside. Of course, we have our ideas and principles, but what I’ve learned is that wherever we are, we must keep the door open to adaptations. Effort makes us better people, we learn many things. From my experience, I’ve learned a lot. I am very grateful. I think the responsibility of working at these clubs is a privilege; when we work with thousands of fans watching, it’s a privilege. The only thing I can do is prove through my work that I am prepared.”

Do you prefer Portuguese or Italian wine: “It may be hard to believe, but I haven’t had any wine since I arrived in Portugal. I can’t compare yet. But I am curious to see what Portuguese wine is like.”

Several players have been called up for the national teams: “It’s a great achievement for Alan Varela to have been called up. Not just for him. It’s a success for the club, for the whole institution. He really deserves it for everything he has done. I hope the call-up gives him even more energy for tomorrow’s game. It’s one of the scenarios we have to be prepared for; some will leave for the national teams. It’s about creating the right time for them to rest and play. We’ll try to organize a friendly during the break to see the players who have played less.”

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