Standard won its second friendly meeting this Friday against Maastricht. Mircea Rednic is delighted with the current situation of her team, who is about to go on an internship to continue his preparation.
The Standard signed its second victory in the preparation match this Friday, winning against Maastricht. At the end of the meeting, Mircea Rednic was satisfied with the performance of her players, despite the fatigue accumulated since the recovery.
“We did a good training. I am happy not to have conceded a goal, it is very important for our organization. The players feel better, they adapted to what I ask them. We are still in full preparation and I know that fatigue is present. That’s why I asked for more possession and control, and we did it well. They only had a big opportunity, which Matthieu stopped. »»
Mircea Rednic wants to trust young players
As in the first match, the Romanian coach aligned two distinct teams, each evolving in a different system. In defense, the young Leunga Leunga started the game, as was Bradley Nam James in attack. Rabby Mateta replaced Leunga Leunga after 25 minutes. René Mitongo, Yann Gboua and Oscar Olivier were launched in the second period.
“I am happy for the young people, they entered the match. There is talent, qualities, but you still have to work. We must give them confidence: they train with us, it is good that they can compete with the other players. They are reactive, present, modest. This is what we expect from them. That they train with the pro group, it is already very positive. »»
If he still tests different tactical patterns, Rednic has kept a constant: a defense of four. He already seems to have a precise idea of the system he will put in place in front of the RAAL during the first day of the championship, while leaving room for adaptation.
I think I know with which system we will start the season “
“It’s important to stay four behind. We have to start the season with a system suitable for my players. I have no doubt, but I have to see them in different positions. I already see where they are the most efficient. I think of them, of course, but also of the team: do not cash, have stability, but also create opportunities. Yes, I think I know in which system we will play the first match. But with the new arrivals, I still have to think about it. »»
Among these new faces, Josué Homawoo, Casper Nielsen and Thomas Henry were absent from the match sheet, just like Ilay Camara, who went to join Anderlecht. Rednic says he is satisfied with the current workforce, while still hoping for a reinforcement or two.
“Yes, the nucleus is almost complete enough to go on an internship. Willy (Marc Wilmots) is still there, he makes efforts and good job. Now it’s me to play, it’s my responsibility. Why “almost”? We discuss. If someone can bring quality, Marc will not say no. For the moment, in terms of nucleus, we are good, ”concluded Rednic.
