Macala believes that Bahrain�s experience, the Reds lost at
the same stage four years ago after collecting a draw away from home in the
first leg, is a valuable lesson.
"This will be the second time we've contested an intercontinental play-off and we have players in the squad who were there in 2006. I'm convinced we now have the experience to deal with this situation,� Macala told FIFA.com.
"Four years ago everyone believed Bahrain's result in the first leg would be enough to see them through, but Trinidad and Tobago won in Manama to qualify.
�That's in the past now, but we've learned that for the game in Wellington, the pressure will be on New Zealand to do well on home soil."
After a tight first leg, the Czech tactician expects the Wellington match to be more open.
"Neither of us knew much about the other side before the game, but now we're aware of each others' playing style," he said.
�I don't know how representative that match really was, as both teams played very cautiously and were afraid to make a mistake."
"There will be plenty of opportunities in the away leg," he added.
"I expect it to be an open game but think that one goal may be enough for us. That said, we never make it easy for ourselves.
"With just one game to negotiate, we now have an historic chance to reach the World Cup. I hope we can realise that dream and I think that is all the incentive the players need. I also sincerely hope luck will be on our side this time.�
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"This will be the second time we've contested an intercontinental play-off and we have players in the squad who were there in 2006. I'm convinced we now have the experience to deal with this situation,� Macala told FIFA.com.
"Four years ago everyone believed Bahrain's result in the first leg would be enough to see them through, but Trinidad and Tobago won in Manama to qualify.
�That's in the past now, but we've learned that for the game in Wellington, the pressure will be on New Zealand to do well on home soil."
After a tight first leg, the Czech tactician expects the Wellington match to be more open.
"Neither of us knew much about the other side before the game, but now we're aware of each others' playing style," he said.
�I don't know how representative that match really was, as both teams played very cautiously and were afraid to make a mistake."
"There will be plenty of opportunities in the away leg," he added.
"I expect it to be an open game but think that one goal may be enough for us. That said, we never make it easy for ourselves.
"With just one game to negotiate, we now have an historic chance to reach the World Cup. I hope we can realise that dream and I think that is all the incentive the players need. I also sincerely hope luck will be on our side this time.�
http:///www.goal.com/en/news/1863/world-cup-2010/2009/11/01/1596572/bahrain-boss-milan-macala-pressure-is-on-new-zealand-in
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Thats just stupid. The pressure is on both sides, it is a world cup qualifier after all.
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Thats just stupid. The pressure is on both sides, it is a world cup qualifier after all.
I agree with you completely
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[QUOTE=Bahrain]Macala believes that Bahrain�s experience, the Reds lost at the same stage four years ago after collecting a draw away from home in the first leg, is a valuable lesson.
"This will be the second time we've contested an intercontinental play-off and we have players in the squad who were there in 2006. I'm convinced we now have the experience to deal with this situation,� Macala told FIFA.com.
The All Blacks have lost in the rugby world cup evey time since 1991 despite being arguably the best team in the world.
"This will be the second time we've contested an intercontinental play-off and we have players in the squad who were there in 2006. I'm convinced we now have the experience to deal with this situation,� Macala told FIFA.com.
The All Blacks have lost in the rugby world cup evey time since 1991 despite being arguably the best team in the world.
I would count your chickens on the experience that Bahrain gained against Trinidad four years ago.
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Its down to interpretation. Pressure or motivation playing at home? As long as the crowd gets behind and vocal, especially if we concede a goal, we should be alright. But NZ crowds can be demanding and hostile. Still prefer home to away for the ultimate game
Oh Wellington is wonderful. We got the wind, the rain and the phoenix. Oh Wellington is wonderful.
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Thats just stupid. The pressure is on both sides, it is a world cup qualifier after all.
It's just an opinion.
For the record I fear the famous Kiwi choke
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Thats just stupid. The pressure is on both sides, it is a world cup qualifier after all.
It's just an opinion.
For the record I fear the famous Kiwi choke
Fear it, face it, accept it, and get over it (and WIN!)
"Phoenix till they lose"
Posting 97% bollox, 8% lies and 3.658% genuine opinion.
Genuine opinion: FTFFA
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