“The industriousness of Russian football players inspires respect” – Torpedo coach Clotet

Torpedo head coach Josep Clotet spoke about the industriousness of Russian football players.

— There is a stereotype that Russian players are lazy. Noticed?

— I wouldn’t say. In terms of mentality, Russian football players remind me of Scandinavian ones. They always have the motivation to fight. When I worked in Spain and Italy, I often had to bring in players, but here there is no such problem. Guys are less selfish, they are charged to work for the team.

– It’s funny: Karpin said in an interview that the Spaniards, on the contrary, are more professional than Russian football players.

– I am sure that Karpin’s opinion is more valuable in this matter – he has been here much longer than me. I have a lot of respect for him, Karpin does a fantastic job. I’ll just clarify that it’s still difficult for me to talk about all Russian football players – but I can evaluate Torpedo players. Their hard work and serious attitude to business is respected. I saw exactly the same qualities in the players of Malmö, ”Sport24 quotes Klotet.

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