Predrag Mijatovic: Croatia lives a dream, the Serbs have not even dreamed | Mundial

MUNDIJAL Rusiji spusta danas zavjesu velikom, za skoro sve, u unexpected završnom fudbalu Francuske i Hrvatske. And while the "tricolores" were in the trophy candidates and only justified the role of favorites, our neighbors were a complete hit, reaching a level that only dream could dream.

Can I get on the roof of the world, which factors have influenced this result, what they have and Serbia does not have – Predrag Mijatovic, former great footballer of the year. Yugoslavian national team, Serbia and Montenegro (73 matches), speaks for "Novosti", as Partizan, Valencia, Real Madrid, Royal club. "

– In general, when we emphasize the line, it was a strange Mundial.Atypical, because there were no great favorites of Germany, Argentina, Brazil, Spain, the Italians, the Dutch, did not come to Russia, and that's why some of the smaller teams playing on the team's map were created somewhere – now the famous football manager.

* You Mundial put the spotlight on France?

– It made sense that after the lost final of the l & # 39; Euro 2016, this team of extraordinary potentials tried to attack the title in Russia On the bench, Didier Dešan, captain of this generation in 1998 with Zidane, Vieira, where began the French football renaissance They have the quality, the continuity of playing in the finals of the big competitions, the best players, an excellent atmosphere and, salt me, are the favorites to raise the cup today because they came for him

often decided on the inspiration?

– The finals will surely be a good match, maybe not a lot of goals, but there will be a lot of great players on both sides. On paper, there are many details that make France a favorite. Many point to the day of more rest and fatigue of Croatia, which literally played the whole match in extra time. But Croatia has surrendered the wildest dreams, the adrenaline is so strong that no one will think of the murder but how to use luck. These are matches where they exceed the limits of the current capacity. In any case, it will be interesting.

BEST TO SAD * RUSSIA broke the great Western skepticism in the organization of Mundial – Without a doubt, it was the best PS in history, organized Perfectly. Everything was phenomenal. Maybe in the future someone will surpass this SP by the conditions, the stages, but in terms of security and organization difficult.

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* How did the Croats become a surprise?

– Football has changed, a strong team with a good atmosphere can win a team with one or more big stars. For this result you have to have quality, but above all the experience of playing great competitions and continuity. They have almost missed the big competition since 1998. This generation had both climbs and descents, only four years ago, they were criticized for the games in Brazil, but have generally matured for this level. And we should not forget that Russia was the last chance to do something. And they did not want that to have failed.

* Have you dreamed of a finale?

– Not in dreams, but they came to Russia to do more, to come to the trophy if they have a chance. Yes, Croatia wanted that, she knew what she wanted since joining the SP. And when they received a goal against England, they knew what they were doing, what they wanted. Well, they dismissed Kalinic de Mundial for lack of discipline, which no one would have done, I believe. Everything was subordinate to the team because with a good game of toys, you have to have a team spirit. In addition to this expressed national charge, the cubes for success were made * What impression did you leave Serbia?

– Serbia came to a big handicap, because eight years have not been on a big competition, and it seems to me that without a lot of ambition, because they were satisfied with the placement itself. This can only be justified by the fact that you have not been to SP for a long time, but when you are already gone, you must do as much as you can.

* Do you think Serbia could get more?

– In France, we did all part of a generation of "Chileans". It was only a factor of luck that separated me from the penalties against the Netherlands. Talented players are on both sides and now, but the current difference is true, as I have mentioned, great aces like Modric and the fact that Serbia can not get rid of the pressure of external factors. was influenced by the change of selectors and the history of the replacement of Muslin, the arrival of Krstajic, which lasted for months?

– Maybe, but the Croats set up a relatively unknown Dalić before the dam. As much as the coach means today in football, it all depends on the players, their dedication and the desire to create a strong team. To compete. And Croatians must be congratulated for their success.

* Serbia rejuvenated the team by presenting half of the "Golden New Zealanders"?

– A national team is the best year. This rejuvenating expression is a dental floss. Well, Modric is now 33 years old and in 115 minutes against England, he is also running angry. There are no young and old, they must play the best.

* When did you see the best case of Sergei Milinković-Savić?

– The boy was not called in qualifying, and then he was charged with incredible pressure. that everything depends on him. He could not stand it, as expected. There is no need to make euphoria without coverage. Sergei is extremely talented, and he mentions the fabulous numbers for him. He still has to make a career, because he's at the beginning. From him, Serbia can hope for something in the future

* In which direction should Serbia go after Russia?

– After each competition, a detailed analysis is necessary. Not only at SP, but throughout the qualification cycle. There are many factors here, from the quality of the game to luck. In general, Serbia needs to create a strategy for the appearance of major competitions in continuity. The team must gain experience by playing with the strongest. New generations of talents who have to undergo the process of maturation arrive, to become players of caliber for the big clubs in order to one day obtain the success of Serbia like that of the Croats. We can have different theories, but Croatia is a good example of how the selection of small countries can reach unprecedented heights.

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* THE GREATEST ASSOCIATES of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Neymar were disappointed?

– Football has changed, if a big star is not late, the support of quality players can not, at least not always, bring a trophy. Ronaldo gave what he could, Mesi was pale, Neymar and the Brazilians on the pitch did not seem to have done everything to succeed. But all three had "patches" and double guard on the match, they could not move without support. Portugal and Argentina do not have this kind of quality players like France, Belgium.