Before Saturday’s match of the 13th round of the SuperSport HNL against Osijek (17:45), Hajduk coach Gonzalo Garcia pointed out that he is only interested in his team, that Marko Livaja and Ante Rebić are ready to return and that he expects a tough game in Poljud.
First they asked him about the game Istria in 1961 and Dinamo:
No game is more important than Hajduk. I don’t waste my time looking at others, I’m only focused on us. I expect a difficult and uncertain match, like every one in Poljud.
The coach of the Whites confirmed that they are back in the squad Livaja and Rebićwhile only Diallo and Skelin were injured.
Livaja trained all week and is ready, we’ll see how the game goes develop and we will decide on the minutes. Rebić had minor problems after the kick in Koprivnica, but he trained and is ready.
Speaking about the opponent, he pointed out that Osijek does not come to Split just “to have a nice evening”.
Osijek is a dangerous opponent, their position in the table is not realistic. With a new coach Željko Sopić gave them energy and they deserved more points than they have.
Garcia emphasized that he is happy that the team is returning to the home crowd after a series of away games.
We couldn’t wait for Poljud. We are happy to be at home and expect a full stadium. Our ambition is to be dominant and with the support of the fans to win. I’m happy when the team plays like it has in recent weeks. In Koprivnica, I was satisfied with the game, but not with the result. It’s not all about the result, although a win is always nice.
About the return of Rokas Pukštas and possible changes in the midfield, he added:
Sigur is playing very well, but no one is guaranteed a place in the team. Those who are the best at that moment will play.
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