National team forward Jan Mlakar is convinced that Portugal will be a true test of what Slovenia can do at Euro 2024
Photo: Vid Ponikvar / Sportida
At Brdo pri Kranju, there’s joy and liveliness once again, primarily thanks to the members of the Slovenian national team, who are rapidly preparing for both Thursday’s away match in Malta and the home spectacle on Tuesday against Portugal. One of those called up by coach Matjaž Kek to the national team is Jan Mlakar, who believes that especially Portugal will be a good indicator of where Slovenia currently stands and what can realistically be expected from their performance at Euro 2024.
“This match will be a good indicator of where we are and what the differences are. Nevertheless, we approach the game relaxed and to enjoy because we don’t play against such quality players every day. However, we must first look at ourselves, our principles, and maintain the unity that got us to the European Championship,” said Jan Mlakar amidst the Gorenjska mountains, who earns his bread in Italy, where he plays for Pisa.
The former member of Hajduk Split added before heading to the island in the Mediterranean: “Every day we’re together, and every training session is very important. It would be pointless to change things that work now, so we are already focused on the friendly matches.“
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Author: editorial Football Planet
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