Gervinho/Champions League : « Get the result to be on the safer side »

Will you take this return leg against Marseille with a lot of serenity than the reverse fixture?

Yes, we won the away leg and it is good for us. In addition, we are top of our group and with the series of victories that we have gathered, we are more than confident. This is now a different game and anything can happen. We will stay focused and try to continue our good run in order to play better and win against Marseille.

How did you find the Marseille side?

They are facing a bit of difficulties at the moment so we took advantage of this to get all the three points away. It was not easy given that it was at the last minute but we will have to be very careful given that some top teams are struggling this start of the season. I know Marseille will overcome this situation soon, I am very confident for them.

« Marseille will overcome hard times »

During the away leg, did you feel that you had something to play for?
Yes, during the first half, it was a bit difficult because we couldn’t find enough space. But in the second half, spaces were created as both teams wanted to open up even though it was not up to expectation, there were some interesting things in this game.

A victory at the Emirates will enable you claim the double over Marseille and one step into the knockout stages?

A victory will put us on the safer side and if we win at home, this will be good for us. We have our supporters behind us since the start of the season and it is good for us.