Stankovic calls for reaction against Lecce

Speaking ahead of his side’s clash with Lecce on Sunday, Dejan Stankovic called on his players to put the disappointment of the last-gasp loss to Cremonese behind them.

“Against Cremonese it was a big blow,” he said at the pre-match press conference.

“Our obligation from here is to perform well for Sampdoria – Sampdoria deserve it. The players are disappointed but they’ve worked well and I expect a group reaction from them.”

The coach added: “Since January we have dropped seven points after 80 minutes. We have to stay focused.

“Lecce are having a good season. They’re always in the game. It will be a good battle.”