Arjen Robben assures to be prepared very well to beat a strong Costa Rica
The speedy forward said the Tricolor is a very strong team, so we must stay focused during the meeting this Saturday
One of the top names for the Netherlands, Arjen Robben, highlighted the performance of Costa Rica in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and said that these days must work hard to beat the Ticos in the quarterfinals.
One of the top names for the Netherlands, Arjen Robben, highlighted the performance of Costa Rica in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and said that these days must work hard to beat the Ticos in the quarterfinals.
Costa Rica before the Dutch team will look to be back in the semifinals. "Costa Rica is a very strong team. We have to stay focused. Costa Rica has a very good team, as demonstrated in the group stage, it was very difficult, with Italy, England and Uruguay. Has been really impressive and have to prepare well if we beat them."
The Costa Rican Robben set is considered the main danger of the Dutch team, as happened in the second round clash against Mexico, where the Netherlands was ranked last minute.
Robben took makeover team in the field, with less possession and ownership, agreed with the coach Louis Van Gaal and, so far, with good results.
"It is true that we are used to playing 4-3-3. A soccer attack with two ends. But I think you also have to look at the quality of the workforce. That's what we did and what did the coach. Talked a lot about that with him and decided to play a slightly different system. think it's circumstantial.'s not as dominant as we used to play, but still very good. we've played four games and scored 12 goals. it's pretty positive, therefore" explained the attacker.
The Costa Rican Robben set is considered the main danger of the Dutch team, as happened in the second round clash against Mexico, where the Netherlands was ranked last minute.
Robben took makeover team in the field, with less possession and ownership, agreed with the coach Louis Van Gaal and, so far, with good results.
"It is true that we are used to playing 4-3-3. A soccer attack with two ends. But I think you also have to look at the quality of the workforce. That's what we did and what did the coach. Talked a lot about that with him and decided to play a slightly different system. think it's circumstantial.'s not as dominant as we used to play, but still very good. we've played four games and scored 12 goals. it's pretty positive, therefore" explained the attacker.
The defeat in the final of the 2010 is a more stimulating for the combined 'orange'. Robben prefers not pressed. "We're all in this together and when you get to a World Cup is not to enjoy the weather and the beach in Rio.'re To win games and get as far as possible. Do not think that the expectations were very high before the tournament . it can be very proud of where we are, "he added.
With respect to the second round the speedy player said... "After the game was hard to take what we had achieved with only three or four minutes to go we were eliminated from the tournament and at the end, in five minutes, with two goals , we turned the situation. Needless to extension. it was fantastic, "recalled Robben.
Bayern player, however, feared for disposal. "In the first half we played bad. Mexico had possession and that had been central to the first games.'ll Have to improve that aspect to Costa Rica. Went stronger with the ball," he said.
"The team changed in every way. Played with three strikers end and backed out. Striker even replaced. We got the initiative and created a little and often" he said of Mexico.
Players who came off the bench had a decisive contribution. "Van Gaal was right. Know what kind of players you have and how to change things. Others who were in the field from the start we had our contribution and influence. Such is our strength."
Robben wanted to throw the decisive penalty that transformed Klaas Jan Huntelaar at the end. "It was a very wise decision. He came off the bench was cool and is a scorer. I had confidence in him. Same as if he had shot me."
On his personal situation enjoying a great time, key to Holland. "I feel very strong. I feel good, fit. I have fun on the field and I really enjoy. That's a nice feeling. Mentally I feel very well and physically I feel strong. I play my football and I am very happy to help the team, "he analyzed.
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With respect to the second round the speedy player said... "After the game was hard to take what we had achieved with only three or four minutes to go we were eliminated from the tournament and at the end, in five minutes, with two goals , we turned the situation. Needless to extension. it was fantastic, "recalled Robben.
Bayern player, however, feared for disposal. "In the first half we played bad. Mexico had possession and that had been central to the first games.'ll Have to improve that aspect to Costa Rica. Went stronger with the ball," he said.
"The team changed in every way. Played with three strikers end and backed out. Striker even replaced. We got the initiative and created a little and often" he said of Mexico.
Players who came off the bench had a decisive contribution. "Van Gaal was right. Know what kind of players you have and how to change things. Others who were in the field from the start we had our contribution and influence. Such is our strength."
Robben wanted to throw the decisive penalty that transformed Klaas Jan Huntelaar at the end. "It was a very wise decision. He came off the bench was cool and is a scorer. I had confidence in him. Same as if he had shot me."
On his personal situation enjoying a great time, key to Holland. "I feel very strong. I feel good, fit. I have fun on the field and I really enjoy. That's a nice feeling. Mentally I feel very well and physically I feel strong. I play my football and I am very happy to help the team, "he analyzed.
- nacion.com
