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Slovenia Have Realised A Dream In Qualifying For The World Cup - Matjaz Kek
Kek has led Slovenia to South Africa, but he has been keen to emphasise the team-work that has led the small European nation to the world's biggest stage...
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Nov 19, 2009 9:57:14 AM
Slovenia put in an outstanding performance on Wednesday evening to end Russia's 2010 World Cup ambitions, much to the delight of head coach Matjaz Kek.
A 1-0 home win was enough to push them to South Africa, progressing on away goals after a 2-1 loss in Moscow at the weekend.
"It was a historic match for us," Kek enthused. "I want to thank every one of my players. The whole country was behind us and we could feel their support.
"Our victory was deserved. It is a huge honour to be among the best teams in the world. Slovenia have realised a dream.
"Today's victory is not down to any individual player, but the team as a whole. We prepared thoroughly for this match and analysed the Russian style of play beforehand. I'm so pleased that we accomplished our plan."
Slovenia previously qualified for the 2002 World Cup, at which they were eliminated in the first round after three losses.
Stefan Coerts, Goal.com
A 1-0 home win was enough to push them to South Africa, progressing on away goals after a 2-1 loss in Moscow at the weekend.
"It was a historic match for us," Kek enthused. "I want to thank every one of my players. The whole country was behind us and we could feel their support.
"Our victory was deserved. It is a huge honour to be among the best teams in the world. Slovenia have realised a dream.
"Today's victory is not down to any individual player, but the team as a whole. We prepared thoroughly for this match and analysed the Russian style of play beforehand. I'm so pleased that we accomplished our plan."
Slovenia previously qualified for the 2002 World Cup, at which they were eliminated in the first round after three losses.
Stefan Coerts, Goal.com
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