Ingason: «We have to continue on the same path»
The Iceman, Ingi Ingason, spoke to Novasports to give his insights on the upcoming Super League Play Offs local derby clash against Aris at the Kleanthis Vikelidis Stadium. Read what the Icelandic defender said via paokfc.gr.
On the postives gained for PAOK from the win over Olympiacos:
«It was a very important game for us. It is always nice to beat Olympiakos. It gives us a psychological boost and confidence for the future. Now we have a new game and we have to continue like this on the same path.»
On changing the formation to 3-4-3:
«It is very important to adapt to the conditions of matches. We know that Olympiacos has changed its system for the past three weeks, so we also adapted to the requirements of the match. Tomorrow is a different game, with different requirements, and another formation, and so we will play differently. But it ‘s important to adapt to each system to achieve the best for the team.»
On how he felt playing with Vieirinha in the defensive trio:
«Andre is a very experienced player. He can adapt to all positions. I don’t think it is very different to when he plays at right or left back, where he has also played. He gave us a lot of help with his passing and his ability to build the play. In the defense, we have a lot of players who can play across all the positions and we all have to be ready because the important thing for us is to win tomorrow’s game.»
On the game with Aris and if he is fit and available:
«I had some problems, some minor discomfort let’s say, which I think is logical after what has been a long and difficult season with so many games and trips. But I am ready, I do not have a problem and I can play to give 100% in this match.»
On where the outcome of the derby will be decided, and if it represents the chance for revenge:
«Every game against Aris is important. We know the importance of these matches, and the special conditions of these games. The truth is that this year we did not have good results against Aris, who have had a very good season. But, tomorrow is another day, a different game, and it is an opportunity for us to show that in every game we go into, we go with the best psychology to get the three points.»
On the developments with his new contract and if he wants to stay at PAOK:
«I have emphasized that I am very happy at PAOK. I feel at home, I like it here. At the moment it is a matter of priorities, it is important to achieve the goals we have left; first to qualify for the Greek Cup final, win the trophy, and then finish in second place in the league. That’s where I am focused right now. Once the season is over we will have time to discuss everything, but I state again that I am very happy at PAOK.»
