Dessers: 'A pressure has been lifted'

Cyril Dessers described the feeling of relief after Panathinaikos achieved qualification following a dramatic conclusion to their match in the Czech Republic. The striker emphasized that a significant weight has been lifted from the team with this crucial advancement.

"First of all, we are happy that we managed it. Goal and qualification at the end," Dessers stated. He acknowledged the substantial changes the team has experienced over the summer, including the arrival of a new coach. "A pressure has been lifted with this qualification and we look to the continuation," he added, signaling a focus on future matches.

Dessers also shared his personal satisfaction with his performance, particularly scoring in extra time. "Indeed, it's nice to score in extra time. My joy is to repay the goals to the team, we all grow together as a team," he remarked. This sentiment highlights his commitment to the club and his role in its collective development.

The dramatic nature of the qualification, secured at the very end of the match, underscores the team's resilience. The victory not only propels them forward in the competition but also provides a much-needed morale boost after a period of transition.

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First of all, we are happy that we managed it. Goal and qualification at the end. Many changes this summer, new coach, a pressure has been lifted with this qualification and we look to the continuation. Indeed, it's nice to score in extra time. My joy is to repay the goals to the team, we all grow together as a team.