Brentford play-off final: Henrik Dalsgaard says 'we are more relaxed, last year we were scared of losing'

By The Editor

26th Aug 2021 | Local News

Henrik Dalsgaard says he doesn't feel under pressure. Pic: Brentford FC
Henrik Dalsgaard says he doesn't feel under pressure. Pic: Brentford FC

Bees defender Henrik Dalsgaard says the team is much more relaxed about going into this year's play-off final at Wembley tomorrow and is approaching the game with a sense of fun.

He said last year the team played with a fear of losing but that's not the case now.

"There's a tiny bit more experience. We've all grown one more year which I think is a lot for some of the young players especially," he said.

"That is the difference. We try not to think too much about [last year] and just keep the joy and excitement we have in the squad this year.

"We focus on where we are now and not what happened in the past. I can't say what players do personally, if they need to look back to really drive them, but I just want to play on Saturday and have fun. This is why we play football; we play for these big, decisive games. That is where the fun is.

"I don't feel under pressure; to be here again is a fantastic achievement. We have a fantastic group of players, and friends, around me.

'Last year we got scared of losing. Now we are ready to go out and play football and have fun'

"We are ready to go out and play football and have fun. We don't need to worry too much which I think is what hit us last year; we got scared of losing.

"The vibe in the squad is different this year. It just feels more relaxed and calmer. We saw how to tackle [that pressure] last year and hopefully we are in a better position this year.

"People are having fun after training. They are staying two, three, four hours playing table-tennis or just having a coffee.

"That is really important for us as that culture is something we have been pushing since Thomas took over. The leadership group is a big part of that, trying to help all the young guys.

"You also don't bring people in who don't fit or don't want to adapt to the squad. I don't think we have any stars, it is one unit. The Brentford Family. You enjoy coming to work every day and that is a big part of it.

"Even if you are injured you are still part of the family. Those [injured players] are really trying to push you and encourage you.

"They will be there on Saturday. Josh Dasilva has been limping out there to give a small speech. He wants it just as much as the guys on the pitch and that is so important for us."

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