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Sevilla: Rakitic: “Together we can make it happen; we’ll burn Snchez-Pizjun”


Ivan Rakitic is more of a Seville than a Croatian. Or that Swiss soil where he was born 35 years ago. His arrival in the capital of Andalusia twelve years ago changed his life personally and mathematically. He has won it all in his career. It was an essential part of Barcelona is a great and historic Croatian team.

However, the place where he feels loved and respected is on the banks of the Grand Canyon. In Seville, I found the right place to be happy, no matter what. After a very difficult year, Nervin’s group appeared in some European semi-finals for the seventh time in its history. Rakitic lived as one of them. And he knows that together with his fans, who today will pack Sanchez Pizgon’s team, the seventh’s dream can get a little closer. ask. First you have to beat Juventus. 10 ready.

ask. Before a date, does one sleep well these days?

Answer. (He laughed). Yes, very good. But with a lot of desire. You are looking forward to today. What is happening outside the Sports City is very noticeable. The people, the parents at the school and everything… I hope it’s a historic day because there are people out there with a huge desire. I haven’t been here in 50 years like many people who have worked at the club but what I hear from them is that this has never been tried. This is what makes you carry through the days with energy, illusion and the desire to be there. Work on it, fight it, and hopefully win it.

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Q: Why do you say and believe that so many people who have spent their entire lives at the club think this is unbeatable?

R was found. I finally think of many things. It is true that we had a very long season with many things, but this happens to many teams. I think this is the illusion that exists in this competition. When we say nobody loves it more than we do, it’s not because some clever guy walked by the club, invented the phrase and said, “Come on, say it well because it goes very well.” It’s because all these years, starting with me in my first phase, when we won our first UEFA Cup in 2014, the goal was to hang on to what happened in 2006 and 2007 and all that. It was like the beginning. The feeling was not as much now. By winning it six times, you create a very special connection. Also the people. It seems. With all due respect to the great stadiums around the world, but what you experience in those European matches at Snchez-Pizjun is insane. I have had many guests, footballers who have traveled all over the world, and have told me afterwards that I hope to be able to return soon. Because that’s outrageous, they haven’t tested it. We have to relate to this, because we know that Juventus is Juventus, that Juventus are the favorites, but what is happening here already has its history. We will not play eleven in the field, but we will play more than 40 thousand.

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Q: If United are crazy, what about Juventus?

R was found. You can already imagine… Fortunately I can say that I have been able to experience many things in my career. But it is these moments that stay with you for the rest of your life. When all this happens and after a long time, when you sit down with friends and tell these football stories, you will tell it. I hope Juventus too. These are moments when this illusion comes together, the state of the team and our fans, a unique Sánchez-Pizjun situation is created. This is what we need in this game more than ever.

Q: Does everyone in your household wear a red shirt or did you have to buy one?

R was found. They are all fitted and some others I have distributed enough that they all go in conditions. I think it’s going to be a moment, with all the pressure there too, to have fun. Seville presents itself to the football world and I think there is a great desire in general, in the football world, apart from the fact that the Champions League semi-finals have been played, to watch the match against Juventus in our stadium.

P. You said Juventus are the favourites, are you convinced? In the first leg, they far outperformed them.

R was found. You don’t have to be very smart, do you? Juventus is Juventus, that’s how it goes. It is true that we played a great game there, but that is also what shows their greatness by getting an interesting result for them. We have to play the best game we can, think highly of ourselves, and create a unique environment. From the first moment you feel we want to win, we want to go through and reach the final. I hope to be able to reduce his qualities and speed, to achieve the desired perfect game.

Q: The way it is presented is similar to the United game or has nothing to do with it?

R was found. If we play United again it won’t be the same. They are unique matches that you have to wait for and seize the moment. You have to understand what moment should be in the match against Juventus, not what happened in Turin. We have to play the perfect match and without thinking too much. Perfect match everywhere. And enjoy them because they are unique moments. It will take a lot of effort to pass.

s. Semi-final first leg Do you think she is the best in her second stage?

R was found. I know I’ve heard a lot of comments and of course I appreciate that. More than that, what I want is to help and be there. People who know me know how I dress for these games. They motivate me a lot. Knowing that the team needs you more than ever. With the somewhat different situation a few months ago also helps. It’s a mental issue a lot. Emotionally, I am fine and happy. The important thing is that we all do it well. I don’t care if no one talks about me after the game, but only how we won. I want to offer my support and help to the team, I know they need me and I will be there.

Q: What did Mandelbar really do for you?

R was found. The master does not have a magic wand. He arrived with a clear idea and with a lot of energy, knowing what he wanted from us. All players are very involved. He is clear about the team concept. We all depend on results too. They are very close and understand what the team needs. He is seen training, also in the environment. We respect him 100%. It works well and I hope it lasts for a long time. We hope to have many unique moments with him.

Q: And in your personal case and the pivotal position you occupy now…

R was found. It’s also a bit of a team situation. Again, we hit the fullback, the defense and everything. I played in his first match as a midfielder. Later out of necessity, in a match where a player got injured, I had to be late and that’s where I stayed. The coach knows me well from playing me many times and he knows what I can offer. And where I feel most comfortable. Also where the team needs me most. It doesn’t do me any good to feel good, but for the team it doesn’t pay off. You must go along. I want to be out in the field and be important. The master has achieved it in this position and this is very important to me.

Q: Honestly, are you thinking about the derby now?

R was found. Not at all, honestly. We have a great date before that match. Hopefully the match against Juventus will go well because you will fly to the derby. There will be time for that. All power to Juventus and then we’ll think about the rest. Then Madrid will come too, another great match. We have very little left in La Liga. I hope to get to this great European final. It won’t help us if we think a step forward if we are not at the top right now. So, Juventus only in the head. All the energy is there. Everything arrives. In addition, we have a very large workforce, where we are all very good. We have to come together and push forward.

s. Day 292, Sunday 293… How does it feel when you are the foreigner with the most matches in Sevilla’s history?

R was found. Well, outrageous. 12 years ago, when I arrived, I could not have imagined that I would be able to make history. You get home and your friends tell you: ‘To, you’re a legend. My history’. The nicest thing is that there’s still a long way to go. I’m so grateful for all the confidence I’ve had from all the coaches, staff and bosses at Monchi. I really want to do a lot of things. I tell my daughters when passing through Nervin that there is still a lot of things for dad to do. And I really feel that way. Hopefully they will take the first step now against Juventus. And they will be proud of their dad, or their husband, or their son-in-law, or their friend, or whatever. And that’s nicer. something exists.

Q: You have one more year left on your contract. Does your future pass through Seville?

R was found. The most important thing is that it be good and positive for both parties. I guess people in the club don’t have to be so smart to know what I want… (laughs). It’s very clear. I hope I can stay here for many more years, but as long as the club agrees and is happy. I don’t need to get another year because of who I am or because the amulet has to stay there (laughs). Not much less. You see that you can matter and contribute. And there is no better place than Seville. We always go hand in hand and hope to renew and stay here for many more years.

s. A small farewell message to the Sevilla player on foot.

R was found. Once again, I’m going to show the world what Ramon Sanchez Pizgon is. The atmosphere that we can create together and enjoy every moment. It is a moment to enjoy, not only for the players, but for the Sevilla FC fans and the whole world. Everyone who loves football will enjoy it very much. I am convinced that it will be a great party for all of us and together we will be able to make it happen. We will burn Sanchez Pizjon.



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