Statement after the Europa League match between Ludogorets and Athletic Bilbao (1:2):
Ernesto Valverde (Athletic Coach):
“It was a very difficult game. They played bravely, strongly and it was quite difficult for us to get into the game. They closed down after the goal and that cost us a lot of effort. The game was in an advanced phase, they had found the score and we can't realize it.
Changes in the line-up are always decisive. Football players try to make a difference and most importantly so that the team can develop. The players from the bench came on well, this gave them a lot of confidence and it was great to have some players who could be dangerous for the opposition. This victory cost us a lot, but we are satisfied.
We don't have much experience in this tournament, but we are playing game by game. We still have four important games left and we will see what our opponents have prepared for us.”
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