Smile, coach! I'll take the goalkeeper on vacation, joked Touré after advancing

Slovan Bratislava coach Yaya Touré responded with humor to observations that he lacked outward enthusiasm following his team's qualification for the Champions League main stage. Journalists at a press conference noted his seemingly subdued reaction, with one remarking that he didn't appear happy.

Touré, a former Manchester City star, playfully deflected the criticism. He quipped, "Do you want me to smile like crazy?" He then added, "Of course, I'm happy," before joking that he would take the team's goalkeeper on vacation. This lighthearted exchange highlighted his relief and satisfaction, despite his typically composed demeanor.

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Do you want me to smile like crazy? Of course, I'm happy.

The team's advancement to the prestigious Champions League main stage marks a significant achievement for Slovan Bratislava. Touré's reserved reaction contrasted with the expected jubilation, prompting the exchange. However, his subsequent comments clarified his genuine pride and happiness in securing a place among Europe's elite football clubs.

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Smile, coach! I'll take the goalkeeper on vacation, joked Touré after post-match press conference.