According to Belgian media HLN, Belgian player Bakayoko attended a press conference ahead of the quarter-final match against France.
About being a substitute
Bakayoko: I’m disappointed not to be in the starting lineup. But I’m not frustrated because the coach made the best decision. We’ve advanced, so he was right. I have my own abilities. The coach has his plans. As long as we get good results, I can’t complain.
About both teams’ strength
Bakayoko: Honestly, I don’t think one team has an advantage. We both have strengths and weaknesses. Both teams are scared of each other. I only watched their game against the Netherlands, which was very even. So I can’t comment precisely on France. But I believe the key lies in our own performance. If we play at our usual level, we certainly can win.
About the French team
Bakayoko: It will be a different match. France has world-class players in every position, just like us. That’s my assessment of them.
About transfers
Bakayoko: My focus now is on the Euros, which is more important than transfers. I want to give my best. But I never said I would leave PSV. Indeed, many clubs are interested, but I’m not thinking about that now.
About Mbappe
Bakayoko: I could aspire to have a career like Mbappe’s. But I just want to be Bakayoko, and I’m happy with that. As a winger, he’s very complete. He’s achieved remarkable things in all aspects.
About the match
Bakayoko: Defensively, we may not have the big names like some other countries, but we’re also very strong. We should believe in that.
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