The 56-year-old tactician has heaped praise on the Oranje ahead of his side’s upcoming 2014 World Cup qualifier, and has revealed that he would be satisfied if his side claims a draw against Louis van Gaal’s men.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Netherlands-c753 are a very strong team, while admitting that he would be satisfied with his side’s performance if they manage to secure a draw in their upcoming 2014 World Cup qualifier against Louis van Gaal’s
men. The two sides will meet at Arena Nationala on Tuesday, October 16.
“Holland are always a very strong team. They are good in possession of the ball and have great players. It's an extremely powerful team, like it used to be some time ago”, Piturca was quoted as saying to the media representatives in the pre-match press conference.
Since the disappointing exit from UEFA Euro 2012 under the leadership of Bert van Marwijk, the Oranje new boss, Louis van Gaal, has had several changes in the squad. And the former Steaua Bucuresti coach has insisted that the Flying Dutchmen are still a
strong side despite an inexperienced squad.
“Of course years ago they have mature players. Now they have young, very valuable and talented players under Louis van Gaal”, Piturca added.
The Tricolorii have thus far played good football in their 2014 World Cup qualification campaign, winning all of their games. In addition, they are the only side in the Group D that has yet to concede a goal.
Although, the Romanians would be brimming with confidence when they take on the Oranje in Bucharest, the 56-year-old tactician has revealed that he would be satisfied with his troops performance should they avoid a defeat in their upcoming clash against
Louis van Gaal’s men.
“I'd be happy with a draw with Holland. The thing is not to lose. Right now we are in second place, but we intend to win the group. We are in good shape and a good position mentally”, Piturca concluded.
Romania have failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup since 1998. However, should they manage to defeat Netherlands in the upcoming fixture, the Romanian mentor will then surely start dreaming about qualifying for the World Cup in http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Brazil-c2858.
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