Recovery, reorganization and … flicking the switch
The ioutcome of the match with PAS Giannina validated what Razvan Lutsescu had said before kick-off. That the team is currently going through a difficult time and they are called upon to find the solution in the remaining matches. They key is to react, and close out the season in the best possible way. That is, with the conquest of the Greek Cup and claiming second place in the championship.
For this to happen, the Double-headed Eagle must fight a constant battle with time, and manage physical and mental fatigue, injuries and a lack of energy. The defeat at Zosimades has been consigned to the past, and the players are now preparing for the upcoming home match with Aris. The players who started against PAS followed a recovery and rehabilitation program. The rest of the squad worked with the technical staff on possession and circulation of the ball through various exercises and a mini-friendly match.
In terms of injuries, A. Zivkovic seems to have overcome the virus that has been affecting him, and which kept him out of the match in Ioannina, Douglas and Biseswar followed individual workout programs outside, while Vieirinha and Crespo started some running exercises.
Lefteris Lyratzis was left out as a precaution due to discomfort in is thigh, Leo Jaba is in Brazil with special permission on personal leavet, while Giannis Michailidis continues his rehabilitation program from knee surgery.
On Tuesday (10.05) PAOK will train at 18:00 at the Toumba.
