Chennaiyin FC coach Marco Materazzi: 'Mendy's strike was one of the best goals I have ever seen'
Goals from Elano and Mendy made sure the home side Chennaiyin FC were able to pick all three points from their game against Kerala Blasters.
After winning the game comfortably, Chennaiyin FC player-manager Marco Materazzi and marquee player Elano addressed the media in the post-match press conference. Here are a few excerpts from their interaction:
Marco Materazzi
On penalty
I was quite far away from the incident but it looked like a penalty to me.
On Abhishek Das' injury
It wasn't easy for us as we had to change the tactics and system but my players did a great job and we got three points
On the Chennai crowd
I think their support helped us a lot and we also gave them reason to cheer
On Mendy's wonder goal
It was one of the best goals I have seen not only in the ISL but overall as well
Elano
On having to change positions during the game
I have to do a job for my team no matter where I play. It is important to help out the team at every opportunity
On the physical nature of the game
Yes it was quite physical but I am used to it and thanks to God I have the skills and experience to deal with it.