“It’s a good point for us, especially on the road. The match was tough and very closely fought. Rennes are a good team. We didn’t give up and we gave it our all until the end, and that was important. The “fighting spirit” was present. We’ve continued to work well this week with the ambition of taking 3 points this Sunday.”
“I’m happy because I have playing time. My confidence is also coming back. The injuries are, I hope, behind me. I’m really very happy. I am here to help the team and I will give my all as usual. I’m going to continue to give my all on the pitch. We will continue to work together.”
“It’s going to be a tough match again. Either way, all matches are difficult in Ligue 1 Uber Eats. We prepared for the match seriously as usual. We will do everything to take the 3 points, especially at home with the supporters who will be there to push us.”
“A group is being created”
“Already a month?!” (Laughs). It will be good for us to see the supporters again. They are always there to encourage us all the way, even on the road. We need them. It’s like the South African supporters with the Springboks who were behind them until the end to seek victory in the final of the Rugby World Cup. It was very tough for them (3 victories by just one point, –ed.), but thanks to this support they managed to win.”
“Yes, it’s true! It’s good for the future, but it’s mainly thanks to our work because we work hard every day. Little by little, the bird makes its nest (he laughs with Gerzino Nyamsi nearby). Everything will fall into place. It can’t come all at once, we needed time, with the new players and the new staff, but it’s starting to take hold. A group is being created.”
“Of course it was a goal. Now that I’m completely recovered from my injuries, and am able to fully train and play, and now to be back in the national team, it’s magnificent! Now I have to continue working and not slack off. I am giving it my all, and also taking care of my body, including lots of treatment and physiotherapy. I am also paying attention to eating well and sleeping well because it is very important to be able to train together and gain playing time. But, for the moment, I am very, very happy to be back with the national team and I am crossing my fingers to be there again in November. We will be playing qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup (against Benin and Rwanda, –ed). With the team we have, I am sure that we will succeed in qualifying.”
“No, for me it doesn’t change much because I speak French very well (he smiles). But it’s good for all of us and especially for those who don’t speak French very well. It helps that everyone understands what is being asked.”
