Panathinaikos coach Neestrup 'very satisfied' after friendly win

Panathinaikos coach Jacob Neestrup was pleased with his team's performance during their friendly match against Grasshoppers, despite acknowledging periods where the team's rhythm could have been better. The Danish coach emphasized that while official matches differ from friendlies, winning is always a positive outcome.

"It's different kinds of matches now, and official matches are different, but it's good when you win," Neestrup stated after the game. He noted that the team's intensity lagged in the first 15 minutes and again at the end of the match. However, he was impressed by the overall passing and rhythm displayed by his players throughout the game.

Neestrup specifically highlighted the team's strength and the quality of players available in various positions. "I am very satisfied and also with the players who played. We showed strength in the game, we have good players in many positions, we had good preparation and, generally speaking, I am very satisfied," he added. The coach's comments suggest a positive outlook on the team's current form and readiness.

The friendly match, which Panathinaikos won 3-0, also saw a notable performance from Jagos Vukovic. The result and the coach's satisfaction indicate a solid preparation phase for the team as they look ahead to upcoming competitions.