Fernando Llorente explained “it was a final” for Sevilla, “but I do feel bad for Juventus and hope they win every game now.”
The Bianconeri needed only a point to secure top spot in their Champions League group, whereas the Spaniards had to win and hope Borussia Monchengladbach failed to beat Manchester City in order to snatch third and a Europa League place.
Fernando Llorente explained “it was a final” for Sevilla, “but I do feel bad for Juventus and hope they win every game now.”
The Bianconeri needed only a point to secure top spot in their Champions League group, whereas the Spaniards had to win and hope Borussia Monchengladbach failed to beat Manchester City in order to snatch third and a Europa League place.
“We knew that for us it was a final and we came out onto the pitch in a fantastic way,” goalscorer Llorente told UEFA.com.
“We have showed the level of this side and we are happy to go into the Europa League. It's an important goal that helps us remain in Europe. We fought really hard.”
He also spoke to Mediaset Premium in Italy and admitted to mixed emotions when scoring against his former teammates.
“I am happy for the goal, but I do feel bad for Juventus. It was my most important night here. I had problems before and struggled to find form, while there’s a lot of competition for places. Now I feel better and hope to continue helping my team.
“I wish Juve all the best and hope from now on in they win every Champions League game.”
Llorente had lost his place in the Juventus line-up to Alvaro Morata last season, but the young Spaniard is struggling and missed a couple of sitters this evening.
“If Morata had scored then it certainly would’ve made everything more complicated for us. He needs to stay calm, because he knows he has great quality and there mustn’t be too much pressure on him.
“Morata just needs confidence and the chance to prove what he’s worth, I am sure of it.”