Greece’s provisional squad have departed for Austria where they will step up their preparations for Euro 2012.
The Greeks, who won the competition in 2004, will be located in Kitzbuhel, Tyrol, which will host their friendlies against Slovenia and Armenia.
Greece coach Fernando Santos has a 25-man squad with two players set to miss the tournament in Poland and Ukraine.
Speaking to reporters ahead of his side’s trip to Austria, the former PAOK coach was critical of Greek league officials for their failure to end the domestic campaign earlier in preparation for Euro 2012.
“I know my players very well. I know that they are very happy to be here and I’m sure that they will work hard to be ready for the opening game against Poland on June 8,” Santos said.
“We are late in starting our preparation for the Euros, but there is nothing we can do now.”
Experienced midfielder Kostas Katsouranis also spoke to the press, saying Greece’s aim was to progress to the quarter-finals.
“Our goal is to advance from the group stage and we will do everything to make sure this happens. We want this because Greek fans love and support this team,” he added.
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