Eusebio Di Francesco said it is “an honour” for Sassuolo to play Athletic Club Bilbao at the San Mames for the Europa League.
It kicks off on Thursday at 20.05 GMT and the Neroverdi beat Athletic 3-0 in the opening game of this group, but have since been badly affected by an injury crisis.
“We must focus on ourselves, because this is a period where we work very hard and reap very little. It is our own fault, though,” said the Coach in his Press conference.
Eusebio Di Francesco said it is “an honour” for Sassuolo to play Athletic Club Bilbao at the San Mames for the Europa League.
It kicks off on Thursday at 20.05 GMT and the Neroverdi beat Athletic 3-0 in the opening game of this group, but have since been badly affected by an injury crisis.
“We must focus on ourselves, because this is a period where we work very hard and reap very little. It is our own fault, though,” said the Coach in his Press conference.
“On Sunday against Sampdoria we threw everything away in five minutes. That defeat really weighs on us and we have to learn from it. The lads know a match lasts 95 minutes and they must rediscover the right determination.
“Tomorrow we are facing a very strong side, the favourites in the group, and it is an honour for us to play here. Having said that, we’re not here for a walk in the park or a tourist trip. We’re here to cause them problems.”