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 | | Tired Swede wanted change against Russia, received a banana12.10.2014 |
The coach of the Swedish national football team Erik Hamre said that tiredness was an important factor in the disappointing 1: 1 at home against Russia in the Euro 2016 qualifiers.
Ola Toyvonen after a penalty score for "three crowns" after Alexander Kokorin earlier in the game had given advance for the visitors. Between the two goals Sunderland player Sebastian Larsson missed a penalty even that could prove crucial for the outcome.
"We started the game very strongly, so their goal was like a punch in the stomach", reported Hamra. "I am proud that we got back in the game, even though we missed a penalty."
"In the last 20 minutes we lacked energy. For example, Mikael Antonson wanted to be changed, but we gave him some bananas for energy and he continued. "
"The Russians had more days together where they can rest and train for this match. I think it was obvious that finally we were very tired. Ola Toyvonen unfortunately will not play on Sunday, "added Hamre.
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