Patrice Evra speaks extensively of Juventus' Champions League rivals Monaco and their 'madness' on the pitch, whilst revealing: “I'm going to be a Coach.”
The French defender spent four years with Les Rouges et Blancs between 2002 and 2006, and he was more than happy to discuss his former team in depth in an interview with Canal Plus.
“Monaco played a very good game in the first leg,” Evra began. “In the decider Juventus will try to take control of the match.
Patrice Evra speaks extensively of Juventus' Champions League rivals Monaco and their 'madness' on the pitch, whilst revealing: “I'm going to be a Coach.”
The French defender spent four years with Les Rouges et Blancs between 2002 and 2006, and he was more than happy to discuss his former team in depth in an interview with Canal Plus.
“Monaco played a very good game in the first leg,” Evra began. “In the decider Juventus will try to take control of the match.
“Against Monaco we were the favourites. I think some players caved in under the pressure, but in the return leg things will be different.
“I'm feeling fine, I never trained so much in my whole career.
“I was very proud of Monaco after their games against Arsenal [3-3 on aggregate], you could see their 'madness', because they were fearless.
“I was able to speak with the Monaco players. They feel stronger when playing away because the atmosphere, the supporters and the stadium are different.
“I'm pleased to be returning to Monaco. The Prince [Albert II] and I have a good friendship.
“But generally I don't like to go back home because when I play against an opponent, I always want to 'kill' him – in a manner of speaking – and I'll be missing that a bit against Monaco.
“I'll need to concentrate to find that spirit again.”
The 33-year-old was additionally asked about his future, and he confirmed he would like to become a Coach.
“[Former Manchester United Coach Sir Alex] Ferguson told me once that there were two players in his squad that someday could Coach a team, Ryan [Giggs] and myself. I want to become a Coach and that's what I'm going to do.”