Paulo Sousa explained a new bonding exercise for Fiorentina as they prepare to face Udinese.
It kicks off on Sunday at 14.00 GMT, click here for a match preview.
“I am satisfied with the response in training and saw great intensity. Tomorrow we need to be sharp of mind and physique in order to break down an organised Udinese side strong on the counter,” said the Coach in his Press conference.
Paulo Sousa explained a new bonding exercise for Fiorentina as they prepare to face Udinese.
It kicks off on Sunday at 14.00 GMT, click here for a match preview.
“I am satisfied with the response in training and saw great intensity. Tomorrow we need to be sharp of mind and physique in order to break down an organised Udinese side strong on the counter,” said the Coach in his Press conference.
“The bond between players and club is fundamental. Today we all went out to lunch together with the families of the players and that was very important. It unites us even more as a team.
“This week was very useful for us to recover some energy and tomorrow we must step on the accelerator from the first minute. Every game has its own story and I hope this one will allow us to win without using up too much gas.”
Fiorentina have fallen behind in the Scudetto race, but can break further away from fourth-placed Roma.
“Inter and Napoli are strong sides, but our sporting aggression and desire to win has pushed us forward in recent months. I think we can still get a lot better and that makes me look to the future with great optimism.
“I have said before that the club knows what we need to do on the market in January and I can confirm that today.”
The Viola were furious following recent refereeing errors, in both Serie A and the Europa League.
“I don’t like talking about the officials, but clearly Fiorentina require respect just as we work respecting everyone else.”
Nikola Kalinic has been a sensation, while Federico Bernardeschi became hot property on the transfer market.
“Kalinic cannot be described in only one word. He is an energetic player, a real team player. Bernardeschi seems very calm and that’s the way he should be. In football things can change so quickly.”
Giuseppe Rossi was linked with a loan move away to get more playing time in January after a series of injury problems.
“I have been in football for many years, so I know the situation. I try to be honest with everyone and understand people all push for their angle.”