Camavinga: "We need to attack and defend together"
“We need to have a spirit of revenge and put on a great performance for the fans,” said the midfielder.
Eduardo Camavinga spoke to the media in the press room at the Estadio da Luz and analyzed the match between Benfica and Real Madrid (Tuesday, 9:00 pm CEST; Orange TV and Movistar Liga de Campeones). The midfielder stated: “The most important thing is to work well as a team and not change the routine. We need to play a good match together, attack and defend all together.”
“We must change our mindset: attack and defend together. We are better now. We didn’t play well in Lisbon, but tomorrow we have to put on a great performance for the fans. Losing like that was tough. We were among the top eight, and for the fans and the club, we must do much better. Tomorrow, we need to have a spirit of revenge and win.”
Does the team need an organizing midfielder?
“I don’t think we need an organizing midfielder because we already have players with those characteristics in the squad. We have many great players. What do you think? If you think we need one, I’ll talk to the president and see what he says. I think I can play that role, and I’m aware of what I can bring to the team.”
Room for improvement
“I need to do much more, and I’m capable of it. I’m aware of that. The madridistas haven’t seen the complete Camavinga because I believe I can do much more.”
Have you spoken with Arbeloa in his office?
“I’ve sat on the gray sofa with Arbeloa and Xabi. It’s like going to the boss’s office. We have a coach who likes to talk to the players. With Xabi, I’ve discussed things that happen on the pitch, and with Arbeloa as well.”
The role as a left interior and relationship with Carreras
“We have a good relationship, and that makes things easier on the pitch. Yes, I like playing there, and I think the most important thing is to play. I’m not a player who usually plays on the wing, but when I was playing as a fullback, I did it for the team, and even though I’m not used to it, things are going well little by little.”
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His career
“I’m very proud of what I’ve achieved in my life so far, although I want to achieve more. I’m sure my family is very happy, and when I play, I do it to make my family happy. I need to keep going like this to bring joy to my family and everyone who watches me play.”
What’s your favorite position to play?
“I like playing as a 6, but I lack consistency and need to be more focused on the field because I sometimes make mistakes. I’m aware of it, and that’s what I need to work on now.”
His relationship with Vini Jr.
“With Vini Jr., I have a wonderful relationship because off the field, we’re always together: me with his friends and him with mine. It’s a special relationship, but on the field, we sometimes argue and exchange harsh words. It’s normal. We’re friends in good and bad times, and we have to be honest with each other. I like talking to him, and he also gives me his opinion. Sometimes we talk about tactics, and other times about other things. I’m very happy with the relationship we have.”
The criticism
“It’s part of being a footballer, and I think whether you do good or bad things, people will criticize. You have to stay focused on your work, and I don’t pay attention to the criticism. It’s normal in this job, and I don’t let it upset me. It gives me more strength to work harder.”
Disclaimer: Translation generated by artificial intelligence. It may contain inaccuracies.