Juric: Atalanta needs such a victory, Lookman is angry but does not want to be substituted

In the fourth round of the Champions League in the early hours of this morning, Atlanta defeated Marseille 1-0 away from home. After the game, Atlanta coach Juric accepted an interview with Sky Sports Italia.

This is an important Champions League victory. What is your evaluation of it?

We played well. Although we were a little unlucky with one penalty not being converted and a goal being disallowed, we ended up winning with a bang. Samardzic’s goal was brilliant and we are very happy.

Atlanta has been winless for 6 consecutive games in all competitions. Will this victory give you more motivation?

In my opinion, we are not lacking anything. Except for the game against Udinese, the team's performance in other games has been very good. There will be a bit of a negative atmosphere due to the unsatisfactory results, but the team is always focused on doing their job.

Lukeman scored a goal in the 68th minute of this game but it was disallowed. Then he looked very dissatisfied when he was replaced in the 75th minute. What happened at that time?

This is just a normal situation that may happen in every game. Players are unwilling to be substituted, so there are some extreme reactions. But the matter ended there and was settled in the dressing room.

In order to turn things around, you have to find the problem and fix it

I agree, we have all been through similar situations, which happen when emotions hit the fan, but the most important thing is the team and the fans. For the good of the team we have to perform well and give it our all. For me, the most important thing is Atalanta, what we need to think about now is how to beat our next opponent, Sassuolo.

You adopted a high-pressing tactic during the game.

In this regard, I must praise center Krstovich. He did a great job and allowed us to maintain a high-intensity frontcourt pressing. We also did a good job of keeping the ball for long periods of time. We need a win like this, now let's focus on Serie A and we have to catch up.