From Belgium, where he has lived for many years, but with Vllaznia always in his heart, Ilir Kepa spoke to "Panorama Sport" in a statement. The former Shkodran fantasist focused on the not very positive performance of the red and blues this beginning of the season.

By highlighting some weak points, but also what can and should be improved in the team. According to Kepa, external factors have also influenced the team's performance, but which must be left aside if successes and positive progress are sought. In the end, he says that the team must find a quick reaction, starting from the next match against Laç. Where the only objective should be victory.

How did Vllaznia look at the beginning of this season in your eyes?
Look, we always want Vllazni for the high areas of the ranking, from the history itself, the city and the championship that requires the names of tradition to be in optimal condition. The start of the season seems slow to me, the right gear has not yet been "entered", and somehow the team is also suffering from that not good form in the European cups. Somehow it can be understandable because the team has also undergone many changes, and the new players need their time to adapt. Also, in general, what I have seen, the other teams are not in their best possible form.

How much is the atmosphere off the field affecting the team, with the punishments of the coach and the president?
Of course, the atmosphere off the field affects the team. But, the Vllaznia team has been attacked throughout history and this does not surprise me at all. Even that reaction of Martin and president Xhaferi can be somewhat understandable given the way the events unfolded in Elbasan. But the federation should probably have been more lenient with those penalties it gave because the actions came as a result of some very questionable decisions by the referee. Where the goal scored by Tafili in my opinion stood and should have been valid.

What about the match with Partizan, a disappointment?
It was an open match, with many episodes and chances. Any result as I saw it would have been acceptable, as Vllaznia also created a lot, but could not finalize. Maybe with a little calm and coolness they could have taken full points. But, what fills me with a little positivity is the level that the team showed, that they created and I hope they will reap the fruits in the coming weeks.

Where is the team's weak point so far?
I'm not a goalie expert and I've never played goalie (laughs), but in the match with Partizan I'd say that Vllaznia's goalie reacted a little late to the first goal. Despite the fact that the opponent's shot was very good. The goalie and defense in general have shown fluctuations at the beginning of the season and the right balance needs to be found. Because no matter how much you score, when you concede a lot it's almost impossible to get positive results afterwards.

What should Vllazna change to improve its results?
To divert attention from things off the field, despite the fact that I said they affect. But, to be focused only on the game, which will also have its controversies. I believe that with an adjustment of the background and the way the team defends, it can get many more points. Also, calmness in front of the opposing goal because many chances have been created and need to be finalized.

Is the victory over Laçi this weekend an "obligation" for the red and blues?
A reaction is needed and the reaction comes only with victory and nothing else. I believe that Vllaznia has a clear objective in this duel, which is victory. In Laç it is not easy because they also have a nice team with young guys. But, I am confident that Vllaznia will succeed and that it will return with full points from this transfer. This in order to create a kind of continuity of positive results.