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Parma coach Carlos Cuesta spoke tonight in a press conference at the end of the 2-2 draw against Milan at the Tardini Stadium.

Parma coach Carlos Cuesta spoke tonight in a press conference at the end of the 2-2 draw against Milan at the Tardini Stadium. Among the topics discussed were the match against the Rossoneri, how beneficial this result could be, and the return to the 3-5-2 system.

CARLOS CUESTA ( PHOTO BY SALVATORE FORNELLI )

Parma, Cuesta: “Sometimes precision was lacking, there were problems but we created a lot in some games without converting”

Parma coach Carlos Cuesta spoke tonight in a press conference at the end of the 2-2 draw against Milan at the Tardini Stadium. Among the topics discussed were the match against the Rossoneri, how beneficial this result could be, and the return to the 3-5-2 system.

Regarding how beneficial this result could be, especially with the upcoming international break:
“I don’t know how much, I can’t quantify it, but I know this is our group, this is our team. We don’t take anything lightly, we see it in every action of every player. Sometimes mistakes can be made or things may not go well, but it will never be because of a lack of will or effort. I know how much everyone puts in and I am certain they will continue to grow constantly. Growth is not linear, there are highs and lows, but we will know how to face difficulties because this group gives everything, both those on the field and those who don’t play.”

You had the issue of scoring goals, today you created several opportunities against Milan, who usually don’t concede much:
“Sometimes precision was lacking, there were problems but we created a lot in some games without converting. That was the difference, we are on a path of growth, today we did some things better and managed to get into the final third and be effective. We want to do it more often in every game.”

How do you explain the approach followed by a great reaction:
“We approached the game from the start with the desire to be aggressive and proactive, but as events unfolded, the game changed. We corrected some things but above all changed the spirit and brought out the heart of this group. From those who play to those who support without playing, even the injured players, everyone pushes in the same direction and this was seen on the field. It was a group reaction, everyone helps each other to be the best version.”

Why did you return to the 3-5-2 system:
“We have done it in the past, we were already used to it. The principles of the game have never changed, not even when we played with 4 at the back. Today this formation suited the opponents’ characteristics better, in the second half they switched to 4-4-2 and we had to make some adjustments. The main reason for this choice was based on the opponent.”

Do you have any regrets about not starting Troilo from the beginning?
“No, choices are always made thinking that they are the best. Evaluating them later is easy, at the time I felt that was the right choice, just as at halftime I felt that the substitution was the right choice.”

What dictated the substitution of Ndiaye:
“It was a tactical choice, I have done it before. Troilo was ready to make a positive contribution to the team, so we made this choice.”

You could have also won, did you think about it?
“At the end of the game there was a lot of regret, we always want to win. There were situations and moments where we felt close. We tried until the end, even when we were struggling and at risk of conceding goals, even on some of their counterattacks, which we need to learn to stop earlier in the opponent’s half. There is a bit of regret but we will be able to take the positive aspect of this point. We will analyze everything that was done well and everything that did not work, we know the importance of the upcoming challenges and we must make the most of the training sessions during the break.”

In the second half, you spoke at length with Cutrone, how do you evaluate his performance?
“Cutrone always gives his all, he is a heart player, he absolutely gives everything for the team. He always tries to make himself available to the team, he works very hard. He is a great professional, a great example for others, having someone in the team who behaves like this helps a lot.”