Roberto De Zerbi
The Seagulls are preparing for an FA Cup semi-final against a Manchester United side beaten 3-0 at Sevilla last night. Head coach De Zerbi was told his side had been made favourites to reach the final in some quarters.
Roberto De Zerbi said: “We are excited to play the semi-final, to play in Wembley but we are focused only on the game. We want to play respecting our own quality, our style, and with emotion because these are good things feel. Emotion, because football is emotion first of all, but we have to be clear and relaxed to find the right to win the game. If we want to progress (as a team), if we want to improve in mentality, we have to play naturally. We have to not suffer to the pressure, or maybe we have to love the pressure. We must get used to feeling this pressure. Because to play this type of game, it has to be an honour not a problem. But I have no doubt. We are ready to play a great game. In terms of mentality, we are growing, and I think we can show our quality.”
