ISL: 'We deserved to win the last two games' - Chennaiyin FC player-manager Marco Materazzi

Chennaiyin FC player-manager Marco Materazzi

Chennaiyin FC player-manager Marco Materazzi and marquee player Elano addressed the media ahead of their big away game against Atletico de Kolkata.

Marco Materazzi

On playing Atletico de Kolkata in Kolkata

It will be a fantastic game between two good teams. I think Atletico de Kolkata were always among the favourites before the start of the tournament but we were very much the underdogs. So I believe no one expected us to be level on points with Kolkata at the halfway stage. I know very well Kolkata is a football city so it is going to be great to play in front of a big crowd.

On three straight draws

It's not ideal especially because we deserved to win the last two games. But still one half of the tournament is remaining so maybe if we can match our tally from the first half of the campaign, we will be in the playoffs.

On Fikru

He is a very good player but we are only focusing on ourselves and our style of play.

Elano

On the pressure of being marquee player

I enjoy the responsibility and always look to give my best for the team. We have a great atmosphere in the dressing room with foreigners and Indians bonding well.

On the artificial turf

It won't be easy but I think it will be the same for everyone, me, opposition goalkeeper, my teammates, opponents.