February 1st at 3:45 am tomorrow morning, German Cup 1/8 final, Bayern will
away to Mainz.
Bayern coach Nagelsmann attended the press conference before the game.
Talking about the new aid Cancelo, Nagelsmann said: “After the draw against Frankfurt, his joining was natural. I didn’t even talk to Cancelo beforehand. Sally told me that we had the opportunity to sign.
Play him. I spoke to Cancelo before, he can play in many positions, he is an attacking defender.”
“He likes to play on the right rather than on the left. He has great cutting inside, finishing, energy and crossing ability, he has characteristics that are different from the players we have. At the moment he is in good physical condition, in theory.
He can start. We have a lot of players who are in good shape and we have to find a balance between stability and the excitement of new players coming in. I haven’t decided whether he will start.”
Talking about tomorrow’s game, Nagelsmann said: “This is an important game, the winner can stay in the cup, we want to stay here. Our goal has always been the same.
The motivation of the team is very important. We are all motivated to deal with the game.”
Talking about the team’s injuries, Nagelsmann said: “Grezka is back, Kimmich’s knee capsule is sore, but he is in much better condition and can play; Sommer’s adductor muscle is out.
Problems, but he can play. Upamecano will solve his own problems, he can play because he rested yesterday.”
Talking about the current state of the team, Nagelsmann said: “I have said it several times, we basically understand what is wrong with us. We try to make adjustments, and we are doing it. In such a World Cup performance
After that, it will not be easy to come back and I am optimistic about it and hope we can get through tomorrow.”
Speaking of this season’s German Cup, Nagelsmann said: “The double crown is always our minimum requirement, and winning the Bundesliga championship is the highest requirement. The performance of the last two double crown seasons is not what we yearn for.
Yes, it’s not easy against Mainz, they have very strong players, they play very efficiently and they have a clear head on the pitch.”
Talking about Pavard, Nagelsmann said: “I am planning to play him, as I have in recent months. He played a lot of games for me. Without Lucas, we have one less central defender.
Pavard will play more at centre-back, where he has always performed well and is an important part of our team.”
In the last two matches with Mainz, Bayern suffered a defeat. Nagelsmann said: “We played badly against them in the last game. Mainz sometimes played very badly on the field.
Well, especially when they are behind. For a long time, they are as deep as Frankfurt. We are prepared for different situations.”
(Jay Chan)