O'Neill's Dilemma: How to Counter Edin Džeko

The Irish national football team arrived tonight at the Zenica hotel, and with extensive security measures, the parking area was cleared. The Irish team settled into the hotel where they will stay until Saturday. Tonight, a press conference was also held, reports the Patria News Agency.

The coach of the Irish national football team, Martin O'Neill, stated in his address that he believes the atmosphere will be lively, but not hostile, and that it will be a challenging match.

- We are ready. It's true we have some injured players who won't play, but I expect a great atmosphere. There's no best way to win, but we are here now and will give our all to win. Edin Džeko is in good form now and is important for the team. We will see how we will counter him; he is very good, but he is not the only one we need to focus on, and he will be difficult to stop - stated O'Neill.

He further commented on his team, saying they will have to improvise some things.

- We have to adapt because we are missing some players. We have a concept in mind, and we will have to make some changes. We will fight and hope not to lose - added O'Neill.

The Irish coach also explained that the players' mental state is as important as their physical fitness.

- We have some younger players, some who are nearing the end of their careers, but we want to go to France - added O'Neill.

Footballer Richard Keogh said that Ireland is strong regardless of having injured players.

After the press conference, the Irish national team also held a training session at Bilino Polje.