Nuno further commented on the scrutiny that comes with being a Premier League manager, saying, "There are always questions about every manager in the Premier League and around the world, raised by the press. It's part of the industry." He also reassured that he will maintain his usual pre-game ritual of saluting his counterpart, Arne Slot, before the match.

Nuno also acknowledged the unpredictability of Liverpool's lineup, given their midweek European commitments, but expressed confidence in his team's ability to adapt and compete against the reigning Premier League champions.

He concluded, "We expect the champions of the Premier League. They have incredibly talented players, who are capable of doing good things, so we have to be ready."