Monaco Coach Leonardo Jardim denies his team are underdogs for their Champions League meeting with Juventus.
The Ligue 1 side are the lowest-ranked side in the draw by UEFA coefficient, but the boss insists that while the Bianconeri are favourites, his side are not rank outsiders.
“We’re in the Quarter Finals on merit,” Jardim reminded journalists in his pre-match Press conference.
“We finished our group in first place, we’re here after playing against Arsenal so we deserve the respect of not being seen as an underdog.
Monaco Coach Leonardo Jardim denies his team are underdogs for their Champions League meeting with Juventus.
The Ligue 1 side are the lowest-ranked side in the draw by UEFA coefficient, but the boss insists that while the Bianconeri are favourites, his side are not rank outsiders.
“We’re in the Quarter Finals on merit,” Jardim reminded journalists in his pre-match Press conference.
“We finished our group in first place, we’re here after playing against Arsenal so we deserve the respect of not being seen as an underdog.
“That said, it will be more difficult, because this year Juventus are stronger than Arsenal. Simply put, that’s because Juventus are in the Champions League Quarter Finals and Arsenal aren’t.
“Juventus are favourites, because of their quality team and their experience. All the Juventus players have great CVs, they’re all over 23.
“But while you can say they’re favourites for tomorrow’s game, we’ll play our usual game, respecting our opponent and trying to do our talking on the pitch.”