On qualification over Panionios:

«We had to put in a lot of effort, but what matters is qualification to the next stage. We want to win the Greek Cup. It’s one of our objectives for the season. We must work, stay focused and find out who our next rival is. If we play like we can, we will win the trophy«.

On if there is something that they keep from the second leg against Panionios:

«It was a tough game, we weren’t very good, so we just keep the fact that we qualified and go on«.

On the rival he prefers for the semis:

«I don’t have any preference. Of course Olympiacos are stronger than the other two, but much will depend on our condition at the time of the matches«.

On whether they try to improve some specific aspect of their game:

«Our main problem right now is the injury spree. With so many players absent, it’s tough for the team to work as they should. We are making an effort to work on what our coach tells us and hopefully we will have improved until the play-offs«.

On Chatziisaias:

«Chatziisaias is a young Greek player, close to my age and we have been communicating since his first games. I hope we will improve more in the future«.

On Sunday’s game:

«It’s a Thessaloniki derby. We want those three points for us and our fans. In my opinion, everything depends on us. If we are good, we will win«.

On Iraklis:

«If we play like we can, we won’t have any problem. It’s a dangerous team, but everything depends on us«.

On what is more important, tactics or focus:

«We worked for two days –it’s not much, but it’s enough. If we give it 100%, focus on our tactics and display passion, we will win«.