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Reuters
18-02-2025
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Feyenoord boss proud after tough period ends with Champions League advance
Feb 18 (Reuters) - Feyenoord interim boss Pascal Bosschaart was full of praise for his team's character, after recent upheaval at the club, when they came back from conceding an early goal to draw at AC Milan on Tuesday and reach the Champions League last 16. The Dutch club's preparations for last week's first leg were far from ideal when Feyenoord sacked Brian Priske two days before the playoff game, but Bosschaart led them to a 1-0 win at home and they finished off the job at the San Siro. "This says about the team that they have character. I think that's what I'm most proud of," Bosschaart told Ziggo Sport. "You have to remember that they come from a very difficult phase, have received a lot of criticism, a change of coach, and then an unknown person comes in front of the group who occasionally throws in some empty slogans. "That is a very difficult phase for them but I do think we are very clear, very transparent and very honest and this group responds very well to it, so I am proud of it." Bosschaart's side could not have had a worse start in Milan, when former player Santiago Gimenez put the hosts ahead in the opening minute, but they fought back in the second half, after Milan had Theo Hernandez sent off. "If you concede a goal within minutes, the plan you wanted to execute will be different again," Bosschaart said. "Everyone will now say that we took the upper hand after the red card but I also thought in the first half that we played quite well. Only after the red card it might be a little easier." Feyenoord could return to the San Siro in the next round, where they will face either Inter Milan or Arsenal, but for now Bosschaart needs to let their achievement sink in. "It's beautiful. We are one round further, so very special," Bosschaart said. "It's fantastic but I have to say, it hasn't really landed with me yet."
Reuters
13-02-2025
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Feyenoord coaching switch has positive impact on Champions League tie
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Feb 13 (Reuters) - Feyenoord overcame a sudden change of coach to beat AC Milan in the Champions League on Wednesday, delivering for Pascal Bosschaart a dream start in charge of the Dutch club. Bosschaart was asked to take over the side some 48 hours before the knockout phase playoff tie at a raucous De Kuip, where a third minute goal from Igor Paixao handed the hosts a slender 1-0 victory. Feyenoord fired coach Brian Priske on Monday after a run of poor form but the impact turned out to be minimal and the transition smooth. "I don't dream very often, but this is a scenario you hope for," Bosschaart admitted after being moved up from his job in charge of Feyenoord's under-21 side. "The things the staff planned worked out and if I was also able to add my own touch, it feels really good." "This was a team effort. We have to compliment everyone. We defended incredibly well and had an attacking plan with the wingers.' Feyenoord profited from a goalkeeping howler as Paixao's speculative effort bounced over Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan. But they had more chances roared on in the rain by a passionate crowd. "The boys have also played some great matches before with fight and passion. The only thing you have to do is take away the pressure and give the boys confidence. We succeeded in doing that, but it is not me who must take the credit," Bosschaart added. He said the 1-0 win was a first step. 'We are by no means safe, and we could have won the game 2-0. But we are in a good scenario,' he told reporters. Captain Quinten Timber hopes to recover for Tuesday's return in Milan after a clumsy fall saw him depart 15 minutes from the end with a sore knee. "Initially after the fall, it was OK but then it got a bit stiff. I hope it's not too bad."
Yahoo
12-02-2025
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FEYENOORD v AC MILAN: MATCH PREVIEW
AC Milan are preparing to face Feyenoord in the UEFA Champions League playoffs tonight at 21:00 CET at the de Kuip in Rotterdam. We are at a crucial moment in the competition, the first of two games to decide who will go through to the knockout phase, with the teams ready to give their all. Let us approach the kick-off with our Match Preview. LATEST FROM MILANELLO AC Milan are coming off the back of a convincing 2-0 win against Empoli in Serie A, showing good form and adding to the string of positive results they've been getting. In the Champions League, the Rossoneri have put the Zagreb blunder behind them, although Conceição's team have shown determination and the ability to react. AC Milan will want to continue their European journey in the Champions League, and to do so they will need ambition and attention. Musah will not be available due to his suspension, an absence that will minimise midfield rotation, former Feyenoord player Giménez is likely to start in midfield, and Terracciano is a possible alternative to the 'heavy' attack. The Coach had this to say on the eve: "We don't have many options: there are 15 outfield players available, between injuries and those not in the Champions League squad, plus the youngsters. The coaches have to find solutions. It's important, and we're here because of our own fault - we could already be in the Round of 16. We want to take responsibility for this." LATEST FROM FEYENOORD Feyenoord come into the game on the back of a 3-0 Eredivisie win over Sparta Rotterdam, and have been putting in some solid performances in the league. The Dutch side suffered a heavy 6-1 defeat to Lille on the final matchday of the Champions League. Despite this, Feyenoord have shown they are capable of great performances, as evidenced by their 3-0 win over Bayern Munich. The team coached by Bosschaart, who has just taken over from Priske, is ready to give their all, also thanks to the home advantage. In the probable 4-3-3 formation, the main threats are Ueda, Paixão and Timber. "It will certainly be very special", said Bosschaart. "I want the team to play attractive football and be united. I've found a group who are keen, and we've trained well. Preparations for AC Milan had already begun, and we're ready to implement what we did in training." PRE-MATCH STATS This will be the third meeting between Feyenoord and AC Milan in European competitions, with the teams having won one game each in the 1969/70 European Cup Round of 16. Santiago Gimenez has the best goals-per-game ratio in the current Champions League, with an average of one goal every 59 minutes (five goals in five games). Christian Pulisic has scored four goals so far in the 2024/25 Champions League, second only to the Rossoneri's Giroud (five in 2022/23) in a single tournament. In the meantime, he has also become the first USA national team player to score four goals in a UCL season. Rafael Leão completed 30 dribbles in this Champions League, the highest number recorded in the first phase. Since he made his debut in the competition, in September 2021, only Vinícius (134) has completed more than the Portuguese (97). WHERE TO WATCH FEYENOORD v AC MILAN ON TV In Italy, the match will be broadcast by Amazon Prime Video. To watch it in another country, you can check the "Where to Watch AC Milan on TV" section under "Abroad." On the Rossoneri channels, the Matchday show will air on Milan TV: live coverage starts at 20:00 CET leading up to kick-off, followed by interviews and Coach Conceição's press conference. Don't miss the coverage on the AC Milan Official App, our official social media channels, and WhatsApp. LATEST FROM THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE The referee will be Spaniard José María Sánchez, the same referee who officiated Slovan Bratislava 2-3 AC Milan last November. Raúl Cabañero and Íñigo Prieto will be the assistant referees, Guillermo Cuadra the fourth official and Juan Martínez Munuera the VAR; César Soto Grado AVAR. Here is the complete Champions League playoff programme. Tuesday Brest 0-3 PSG, Juventus 2-1 PSV, Manchester City 2-3 Real Madrid and Sporting Lisbon 0-3 Borussia Dortmund. Wednesday at 18:45 CET, Club Brugge v Atalanta, and at 21:00 CET: Celtic v Bayern Munich, Feyenoord v AC Milan and Monaco v AC Milan PUMA Kits for 2024/25 are available: buy them now!
Reuters
11-02-2025
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No time for new Feyenoord coach ahead of Champions League tie
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Feb 11 (Reuters) - New interim Feyenoord coach Pascal Bosschaart has little time to prepare for Wednesday's Champions League clash against AC Milan after being parachuted into the job at the Dutch club on Monday following the firing of Brian Priske. 'It's been very hectic,' he said at Tuesday's pre-match press conference before the playoff round first leg tie in Rotterdam. 'I had already prepared the training for Feyenoord under-21s on Monday evening when I got a late call asking if I could come to the stadium. From there, it all went quickly, I had to switch quickly.' He has had a single training session ahead of Wednesday's clash at De Kuip and stuck to the battle plans Priske put together before his firing. 'The preparation had already started, so I sat down to see where we could still make gains and how we could approach it. We are going to implement the plan that was there. I am not going to change everything at the last minute. If you do that, you create further unrest and don't want that." Although a member of staff at Feyenoord since the start of the season, the 44-year-old Bosschaart had not previously worked with the first team but rather the juniors. 'I don't know the squad at all but I've encountered a group of players that are eager. We trained well, it was focused, there was a lot of fun in it.' Besides the disruption in leadership, Feyenoord have to contend with a raft of injuries and will be without goalkeeper Justin Bijlow, defenders Jordan Lotomba, Bart Nieuwkoop and Gernot Trauner and midfielders Ramiz Zerrouki and Chris-Kevin Nadje. The availability of midfielder Hwang In-beom and defender Facundo Gonzalez is still uncertain, added Bosschaart. Danish-born Priske signed a three-year contract in June last year when he replaced Arne Slot, who left to take charge at Liverpool. He had been under pressure in recent weeks after a string of poor results as Feyenoord sit fifth in the Dutch standings.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
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Pascal Bosschaart appointed as temporary Feyenoord coach ahead of Champions League match
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) — Dutch club Feyenoord has appointed former player Pascal Bosschaart as interim coach on the eve of a Champions League playoff against AC Milan. Bosschaart is replacing Brian Priske, who was fired on Monday, with Feyenoord citing 'inconsistent results and a lack of chemistry' as the main reasons for his removal. Bosschaart, who played as a defender for Feyenoord from 2004-06, oversaw the team's training for the first time on Tuesday. Feyenoord stands fifth in the domestic league, 12 points behind leader Ajax. The Dutch side hosts AC Milan on Wednesday in the first leg of the playoffs. ___ More AP soccer: The Associated Press
