Uruguay captain Valverde was interviewed after the 1-1 draw with Saudi Arabia in their opening group stage match of the FIFA World Cup.
Speaking about the 1-1 result of the match, Valverde said: "I think the first match did affect us, there was some nervousness and anxiety, always wanting to score as soon as possible. "
"In the second half, we played more like ourselves and closer to what the coach wanted. To be honest, it was indeed a bit frustrating and even angering, but as captain, I am very satisfied with the efforts of all my teammates. "
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Lipdekrz
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stop complaining football has changed
Lipdekrz
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no complaining
G_Maishanu
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my valvade
desekr
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No excuses, no matter who you play against, first game or last game.
Zehadikmop
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best
HassanSegera
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mouth
Sammist82
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The weather is very harsh on big teams mostly players that plays in Europe but as time goes on they will adapt.
Niddilmnsu
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Lies
Widbiltz
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Valverde is stupid liar
pentiumIX
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no your world cup opener was affected by a well played team
zeuabdeklr
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Story , story , story
yudabimnpt
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hello
fasacekmry
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I think this nervousness was reason for poor performance with Real Madric
descarts
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Big teams are not showing confidence against small national teams. Don't know why. The way Spain played was they worst performance of all time. Every player was in the third half and no body showed the courage to build the chances. This was not spain we know. That link btw attack and midfield was missing due lack of confidence. Pedri this yamal that ..... it's a team sport.
Bicacdlnp
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valvede leading by example