Anselmino: Dortmund fans are very enthusiastic, Kovac s praise gives me encouragement

Argentina's young defender An Selmino joined Dortmund on loan from Chelsea this season and made his debut in the team's 3-0 victory over Berlin United.

The talented defender performed well - a 58% steal success rate, a 96% pass success rate, a 33.1 km/h team's third fast sprint speed, and an assist from Gilasi to score.

After completing its debut, Dortmund coach Kovacbi praised Anselmino and said: "We have dug up the treasure this time." The player also accepted an interview with Dortmund's official media.

-How nervous were you at that time?

Anselmino: I'm not sure if I'm nervous, but I'm really excited. I haven't played in a while, and it's really incredible to get this kind of opportunity. The stadium is great and the fans are very enthusiastic, so I am very happy now and am happy for the team’s victory. My teammates tried their best, which made me very satisfied. It's time to celebrate and have a good rest, as there are more games to come.

—Your few defensive interceptions in the second half of the game were wonderful, and the fans on the scene cheered you. As the game progresses, are you becoming more and more confident?

Anselmino: To be honest, I really felt more confident in the second half. This is normal, after all, this is my first game. As long as I play, I want to do my best for the club. This is my characteristic. I am really happy and grateful to win the game.

-What did coach Kovac tell you when he was substituted?

Anselmino: He said I was doing well, and I apologized for my cramps in my calf at that time, but he told me not to worry. He said this was my first game and it was great to play like this. His words gave me great encouragement.

—How do you think the home atmosphere?

Anselmino: It's really incredible. Gilasi told me before that the atmosphere here would be like this. Dortmund's fans are really too enthusiastic.