Deila: “We are ready for what’s coming"

NYCFC enters their fifth-consecutive playoff appearance on Saturday, November 21 as they face Orlando City SC at Exploria Stadium. Ronny Deila reflected on the development he’s seen among the team since play resumed in MLS is Back bubble throughout what has been a difficult season for everyone. “I said to them before the season started… that the most important thing is to develop yourself through the season so you are on a high when the playoffs are starting. I think we’ve done that.

“From the summer now, to get better and better. We have finished now in the league with four victories. We are very confident and feel that we are ready for what’s coming up now.” 

Ronny gave credit where its due acknowledging that Orlando will be a tough opponent, but with momentum from ending the regular season with four consecutive wins, energy and confidence is running high on the training ground. “It’s going to be a tough game but we know we can beat everybody,” he emphasized.