World Cup: Denmark out to win Qatar 2022, says coach Hjulmand
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Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand is bullish about his team’s chances with Christian Eriksen firmly back in the fold and in top form.
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DOHA – Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand said on Monday that his team have come to Qatar to win the World Cup, as they prepare for their Group D opener against Tunisia.
The Danes reached the semi-finals of the 2020 European Championship despite losing their opening game after talisman Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch with a cardiac arrest.
They come into the tournament on the back of a strong qualifying campaign and home and away Nations League wins over group rivals France.
“Our dream is to win something. So when you go into a tournament this group of players has the quality to win, and I mean to win everything,” said Hjulmand ahead of Tuesday’s clash.
The Danes will likely be tussling for first place with world champions France,
And Hjulmand, whose team also face Australia in the group stage, was bullish about his team’s chances with Eriksen firmly back in the fold
“Are we favourites? No... but we can beat everyone on the day and we have a very strong self-confidence,” added Hjulmand.
“We have a very good group of players working together and the best way of winning everything is to dream big.”
Tunisia coach Jalel Kadri said on Monday: “Denmark is among the best squads in Europe. We know they have high quality in every department. ” AFP, REUTERS But we will give our all. We have our strengths, but we also know our weaknesses.
He added: “In terms of performance, we feel good, we are calm and happy with the results we have achieved. We are representing all Arab nations and we deserve to be here.”
