Porto defender M-Fernandez: Messi is a great player, but Porto s overall strength is superior

In the second round of the Club World Cup group stage, Porto will play against Miami International. Porto 19-year-old defender Martin Fernandez was interviewed before the game.

What are your expectations for this game?

We have to go to the competition with decisions and enthusiasm and win the competition.

You will face Messi

Messi is a great player, but he is not a whole team, Miami International has not only Messi. Messi is a great player, always, but his opponent is not just him.

Is Porto's overall strength stronger than Miami International?

We focus on teams in the competition, we are very united, and I think we are better in this regard.

What tactics will you use?

We will continue to play our own games as we do in other games. We treat all competitions with the same attitude and will not be affected by different events and different opponents.

19-year-old you have gained a foothold in Porto

being able to wear this jersey is an honor. I have been a Porto fan since I was a child, and it is very special for me and my family to advance to the first team.

How did teams outside Europe perform in this Club World Cup?

From a technical perspective, all clubs have high levels, and I never question the strength of any team in the continent. As long as you have the strength and unity, such a team can win the game.