Slot expressed satisfaction with certain aspects of the game but noted areas where the team can improve. He attributed the team's vulnerability to counter-attacks to both the opponents' skill and the team's decision to give playing time to 20 players, which resulted in some players not being in their correct positions.

Slot also mentioned that the team had to make adjustments due to the absence of seven senior players, who were not part of the matchday squad. This decision was made to give more players experience and to manage the risk of injuries.

Regarding the decision to leave out Luis Diaz from the matchday squad, Slot explained that it was a strategic choice made with the existing offer from Bayern Munich in mind. He emphasized that Diaz has been training well and is not being benched due to performance issues.

Slot also mentioned that Darwin Nunez, who has been training well and playing good games for the team this season, was not risked due to an injury.