Budućnost Voli and Partizan enter the 27th round of the AdmiralBet ABA League tied at the top of the table, which speaks volumes about the importance of the derby at the "Mtel Dvorana Morača", tomorrow at 19 p.m.
The coach of the "blues" Andrej Žakelj is aware of this.
"It will be a very difficult and important match for both teams. We had time to prepare, I believe that Partizan will be ready as well. We have problems with the squad, but that does not change the fact that we have to be focused and motivated," said Žakelj, and then he also commented on the form of his opponent.
"Partizan was very good a few days ago against Real Madrid, they want to continue in that rhythm, and we need to respond to the strengths of our rivals and punish their weaknesses. We can't wait for the game, the hall will be full and we need to use that to play bravely and with a lot of confidence," concluded Žakelj.
Apart from the traditional respect and friendship that sports rivalry allows, the two clubs are also connected by Đorđije Jovanović.
The Montenegrin national team player will play against his former club from Belgrade, but he believes that the game will be different compared to mid-December, when Buducnost celebrated away to the "black and whites" - 97:90.
"It will be different on our side, but also on the opponent's side. Half a year has passed, both teams are playing differently, I can even say better. The match is very important and we will not lack motivation. We need to be focused, especially in defense, where we need to stop Partizan's one-on-one play and counterattack. I expect a great atmosphere, I hear that the tickets are sold out and all of that gives us extra motivation. We want to use the energy of the fans in the right way and achieve victory," Jovanović emphasized.
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