Garcia announces squad changes ahead of Žalgiris match

Hajduk coach Gonzalo Garcia is urging his players to maintain focus and intensity in their upcoming Europa Conference League second-leg match against Žalgiris, despite holding a commanding 5-2 lead from the first leg. Garcia stressed that the team must not become complacent and should aim for another victory. "They must go out on the field and give their all. When you think too much about the result, bad things can happen. We want to win again," Garcia stated.

“

They must go out on the field and give their all. When you think too much about the result, bad things can happen. We want to win again.

Garcia anticipates that Hajduk's familiarity with the heat will be an advantage, contrasting it with the cooler temperatures in Lithuania. He plans to make several changes to the starting lineup to ensure players remain fresh, acknowledging the physical and mental toll of a busy schedule. "We have many games, and it's difficult both physically and mentally. We will make some changes; we need fresh legs and a fresh head," he explained.

Despite the team's strong performance in the first leg, Garcia noted that Hajduk is still a work in progress, having undergone numerous changes. He believes the team has the potential to play at a high level but needs continued growth. "We need to keep growing, stay focused, and calm. We have shown that we can play well," Garcia concluded.

“

We have many games, and it's difficult both physically and mentally. We will make some changes; we need fresh legs and a fresh head.

Hajduk has a full squad available, with the exception of the injured Roko Brajković, who will be out for an extended period.

“

We need to keep growing, stay focused, and calm. We have shown that we can play well.