Standard started the Europe Play-Offs with a 5-1 defeat on the field of AA Gent. Afterwards, an angry Ivan Leko left no stone unturned for his own team. But the trainer himself is now being tackled harshly for his statements.
The people of Liège did well before half time in the Planet Group Arena, but collapsed completely after the break. Defensively, one chance after another was given away, but the Rouches were unable to achieve anything offensively. Shortly after the match, Leko delivered a scorching blow.
Casino players
The Croatian coach talked, among other things, about ‘gifts’ that his players handed out. “The second half is a joke. I also told the players, just now, that it is a joke. Making individual mistakes in that way is irresponsible to other players, to the club, to the supporters,” he said.
Leko also talked about ‘casino players’, referring to the many individual mistakes. “I’m not surprised really, because when you see how some players train… They are not concerned with serving the team. Some players are casino players, every match they make 3-4 individual mistakes. This is about focus and discipline.”
Failed on his own behalf
However, that tough discourse was not appreciated by the analysts at LaTribune. “It’s scandalous that he speaks like that. He arrived at Standard to relaunch the club, but failed. He has only made observations since then,” said Nordin Jbari.
Philippe Albert is also not impressed by Leko’s work. “He makes a mistake. He talks about players he sees training, but then lets start. He has no excuse, such a discourse must remain in the dressing room. He must already prepare for the new season, otherwise things will go wrong again.” .”
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