The match involving the Slovenian champions and the prominent Dalmatian club drew a substantial crowd, which included a significant number of supporters of Hajduk. Following the game, Celje coach Vitor Campelos, who is Portuguese, addressed the anticipated World Cup fixture between Portugal and Croatia. When speaking to the media, Campelos expressed his hopes for the Portuguese national team.
“I hope Portugal will win, as I am Portuguese,” he stated with a smile. He acknowledged the strength of the opposing side, adding, “I know that Croatia also has a very good, very good team, so I think we will have a good match. I hope Portugal will win, but we must have a lot of respect for Croatia.”
The coach’s comments focused on the competitive nature of the upcoming match.
While expressing personal support for Portugal, Campelos also conveyed respect for the Croatian squad. His remarks highlighted the anticipation surrounding the fixture, setting a tone of competitive expectation for both nations involved in the tournament.
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