Luis Enrique spoke in Prague at the press conference prior to the match against the Czech Republic on matchday two of the Nations League.
(advance)
What do you expect from the Czech Republic?
We expect a difficult game because of the competition, because of the level of the teams. He has shown that he can beat any of the members of the group. We expect a brave team from what we have analyzed. They defend well, take up space well in attack and play at home. In this competition we are already clear that there is no simple team.
Do you understand that on Monday the National Team goes into the background?
What a problem. I hope I win number 14, 15, 16 and the ones I can because it’s a source of pride. There is room for everything, especially if there are joys. And the beautiful thing about Nadal is the way he wins but above all how he loses and what he represents. And if it can be a good victory for the National Team, even better.
What difference is there between the Asensio you knew and the one you have given opportunities to and the one you have now?
There is not much difference. Marco is a gifted player of a top-world level. Asensio’s shot is not held by more than six players in the world. But football has more circumstances. He has a chance again. This is how we inform you, giving our inputs. He has more games left. Marco, for quality, could stay.