Jovanović: 'What We Went Through Made the Team Tougher and More Resilient'

Greece's national football team is set to face Italy in their final friendly match on Sunday, June 7, at the Pankritiko Stadium in Crete. This game serves as a crucial final rehearsal before the team's historic participation in League A of the Nations League.

Head coach Ivan Jovanović addressed the media, emphasizing the importance of this match and looking ahead to the official September fixtures. He indicated that while the team has been experimenting with new approaches, he has not yet finalized the starting lineup. "Some changes will be made concerning the players, mainly the composition. During the game, we will see what else we can try," Jovanović stated.

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Some changes will be made concerning the players, mainly the composition. During the game, we will see what else we can try.

Jovanović highlighted the team's strong understanding of their opponents, noting that Italy, despite fielding a young squad, possesses players with significant talent and bright futures. "We have very good information. We know the roster, the style of play... they play in teams with great value and have a bright future," he said.

He acknowledged that while fans might be disappointed by the absence of Italy's star players, the Greek team remains focused on the competitive challenge. Jovanović also reflected on the team's recent performance against Sweden, noting periods of good play interspersed with a loss of rhythm following substitutions. He believes having players who grasp the team's desired style of play provides a valuable advantage.

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We have very good information. We know the roster, the style of play... they play in teams with great value and have a bright future.