Mirel Rădoi is facing the second match since returning to the FCSB bench, in an important moment for the team. On Friday evening, the Bucharest players will perform at home against UTA Arad, in a game from the second stage of the play-out.
Before the match, the team’s former runner-up, Mihai Pintilii, drew attention to an essential aspect: the psychological balance in the dressing room. He believes that in the current context, managing the mental state of the players can make the difference.
A concrete example offered by Pintilii is that of Mihai Lixandru. The midfielder, he says, needs constant support to maintain his confidence and motivation, especially during the more difficult moments of the season.
“Lixandru is a boy you have to work with a lot!”
The former international explained that several footballers went through delicate periods after injuries, but Lixandru’s case is different from a mental point of view. He would need a more careful approach, being more sensitive and prone to doubt, which is why the staff must work with him constantly on the trust chapter.
“Olaru also needed trust, after he came back from injury. Octavian Popescu, Pantea… Lixandru, who needs trust and motivation. Lixandru is a boy who needs to be worked with a lot on this side. He is more sensitive, more negative.
I always told him to tell himself that he is a good player who can fight with anyone. It’s not necessarily about injuries, you can’t play football without getting injured!“said Mihai Pintilii, according to orangesport.ro.
At the moment, FCSB occupies the 9th place in the ranking, with 24 points, while UTA Arad is one position higher, with 25. The last direct confrontation between the two teams took place at the beginning of March, when the Bucharesters won spectacularly, score 4-2.
