Guimarães: Dan Byrne’s goal was so exciting, my first reaction was that he was going to pass the ball

This morning, November 6, in the fourth round of the Champions League, Newcastle United defeated Bilbao 2-0. Newcastle captain Guimarães was interviewed after the game.

About this game

We did not perform at our best, but we still got the results we wanted, and the team's performance maintained stability. I like the way we played today. We scored 9 points in the first 4 rounds of the Champions League. We must continue to maintain this momentum.

We started the game very quickly and controlled the rhythm very well. The second goal was a crucial turning point in the game and although we could have scored more, we had control and possession of the ball throughout the game. We have to continue this form as we also need to improve our performance in away games in the Premier League.

About myself playing sick today

For me, playing today felt as strenuous as carrying a 10 kilogram weight on my back. But I'm willing to give everything for this club. In fact, the day before the game against West Ham United, I started to feel unwell.

About the teammate Dan Byrne who scored today

He is really great, I like him so much. We were joking last week about when he would score a goal and he did it today! And he scored at such a critical moment. Dan Byrne's goal, my first reaction was that he wanted to pass the ball, but I didn't expect it to go in. This goal was so exciting!