Vítoria’s Victory Speech to Panathinaikos Players Before Fiorentina Clash: ‘Believe It, We Can Win’

The Portuguese coach had unwavering faith in his players, which he clearly expressed before the match against Fiorentina at OAKA. Vítor Pereira’s pre-game speech in the dressing room showed the ‘green’ team the path to victory. His intense passion and conviction were mirrored on the field as Panathinaikos triumphed 3-2 in the first leg of the Conference League’s round of 16 against Fiorentina. The coach’s speech was released by the club shortly after the crucial win, highlighting the strong atmosphere and commitment within the locker room. Vítoria urged his players: ‘I believe you all understand this moment. This moment is important for everyone. Bring the mindset of a winner because we can win. Let’s stay focused from the start. Play and enjoy it. It’s a great environment, a great game to play. Enjoy the challenge with as much focus as possible. Believe it, because I believe it more than ever! Let’s go! Fight, play because we have what it takes to win.’ The return leg between Panathinaikos and Fiorentina is scheduled for Thursday (March 13, 2025, 22:00) at the ‘Artemio Franchi’ stadium, where the Greek team will aim to defend their 3-2 lead and secure their place in the semi-finals of the Conference League.