In the 12th round of the Premier League, Villa defeated Leeds United with a score of 2-1. Villa player Morgan Rogers was interviewed by the media after the game.
About this victory
Rogers said: "This is a very difficult away game. They are very strong at home, playing very well and with a fast pace. We have to bite the bullet and go all out. Fortunately, we managed to score two goals in the second half and win the game, which is the most important thing."
"I Of course we want to play better, but in the Premier League, you can't always do what you want. Different opponents will bring different challenges. We did a great job in fighting spirit and determination in this game, and finally won."
About the team's improvement in the second half
"We played faster and with higher intensity, trying to cause them more trouble. We really didn’t create many chances in the first half, but it was completely different in the second half. We advanced faster and our formation was more forward. "
"The tactical adjustments helped, but ultimately it was our determination and spirit to win, and it was a hard-fought victory. Limit."
About my goals
"I'm very happy. I missed some opportunities in the previous games, so it's great to score this time. But as long as the team can win, it doesn't matter if I score."
"The coach always told me to get into the penalty area, and he said, 'Sometimes I will score.' I was hesitant, but this time I moved forward decisively. It was a completely instinctive reaction. I was lucky to hit the ball with my toe. I was very satisfied with the goal. "
"Our energy was different at the beginning of the second half, and the fans' emotions were ignited. Everything went smoothly. "
Regarding that goal, "Amy." "I call it the 'Ami Buendia-style' free kick. This is how I have been practicing in the last game. Maybe it is not as hard as him, or it is not as intense as it should be."
"After he came off the field, I looked around and it seemed that no one else had practiced this specifically, so I thought. Why don’t you try’. I know I have the skills, the key is to keep the ball going over the wall quickly and down.”
On celebrating with the set-piece coach
“He keeps pushing me to practice more, and sometimes I don’t practice it enough. He is dedicated to all set-pieces. He has done in-depth research on free kicks, the height of the ball, and the timing of the drop. "
Regarding the league situation
"The season is entering a critical stage. The situation in the standings will determine the direction of the entire season. This victory is a good start."source:bong m7