Gigi Becali breaks mold with praise for FCSB after thrilling win

In a departure from his typically critical post-match assessments, FCSB owner Gigi Becali offered words of praise and appreciation for his team following their dramatic 3-2 victory over FC Botoșani. Instead of focusing on perceived shortcomings, Becali emphasized the team's struggle and resilience, stating, "If my people suffered, it's not right to criticize them. We won, we are in first place. Whatever needs adjusting, I will adjust."

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How it was, how it wasn't, I won't criticize my team, because it suffered a lot. If my people suffered, it's not right to criticize them. We won, we are in first place. Whatever needs adjusting, I will adjust. They worked hard, they suffered a lot. It is my team, it is my family.

Becali also shed light on his tactical choices, specifically the decision to field three central defenders. He explained that with five highly-rated Romanian defenders in the squad, his logic was to ensure all of them received playing time. "My opinion is that he will be a great footballer!" Becali exclaimed, referring to player Pădurariu, whom he believes has the potential to become a significant player. He also singled out Bîrligea for his impressive performance and evident passion for football, noting, "Bîrligea impressed me greatly; he suffers when he doesn't play well, he has a love for football."

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My opinion is that he will be a great footballer.

The FCSB owner, who admitted to not being a tactical expert, likened his role to that of a parent motivating his children. "I don't know about systems, I don't understand systems, I'm not a coach. I have no idea about systems. I say: 'Today you go into battle and fight the Serbs! Today you go and fight the Croats!'" he stated, illustrating his approach to team motivation. He concluded by reiterating his satisfaction with the team's current position, "The team is in first place, it won, it suffered, and that's how it is, it's nice of me, as a parent. Not to criticize."

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Bîrligea impressed me greatly; he suffers when he doesn't play well, he has a love for football!