"We can't have defeat in our heads". Sarri commented on the match against Bayern in Champions League

The head coach of Lazio, Maurizio Sarri, shared his expectations for the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 match against Bayern.

"By thinking that it's not impossible, otherwise in our heads we're already defeated. They're coming here as favourites, we have to play with enthusiasm because it's a good match to experience, play with confidence because, although maybe they are much stronger, but we have to have the confidence to try at all costs without second thoughts. On paper they are favourites, let's see on the pitch" Sarri said.

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Lazio's top scorer Ciro Immobile also expressed his thoughts on the upcoming match.

"The group is doing well, we are looking forward to this match with enthusiasm. For us, as the coach said, we must prepare down to the smallest detail to present ourselves at our best, to put them in difficulty. Obviously it will be very hard for us, but we're not scared."

Lazio will host Bayern on Wednesday, February 14th. The return leg in Munich will take place on March 5th.