Drita coach Zekiria Ramadani acknowledged that his team is viewed as favorites heading into the match against Lithuanian champion Zalgiris. Despite this perception, Ramadani stressed the necessity for peak focus from all players ahead of the return fixture. The initial encounter in Kaunas concluded in a 1-1 draw, and Drita aims to secure qualification for the second round of the Champions League at the “Fadil Vokrri” stadium.
This pivotal match is scheduled for Tuesday at 8:00 PM in Pristina. Ramadani stated clearly that Drita’s sole objective is to achieve victory and advance in the tournament. He cautioned that the contest against Zalgiris will present a significant challenge.
“Tomorrow is a 50-50 match. We are favored only by being the home team, and we hope to have the weather on our side as well, because the atmosphere there was different. We hope to win the match,” he remarked.
The coach’s comments underscore a commitment to maintaining intensity regardless of pre-match expectations. While acknowledging the favorable status due to playing at home, Ramadani emphasized that the contest against Zalgiris requires utmost concentration. The focus remains squarely on securing the win needed to progress in the Champions League campaign.
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