"The home opener is special every year. Just kind of like setting a tone at home, what the fans can expect of us this year. It's a very important game for us. You can probably say even more, now that we didn't get the result we wanted in the first game, I think it's very important that we step on the pitch looking for three points at home and also offering something good for the fans."
"Like with the injuries that we had, with the players that were missing, for example, last week, as a player you have to be ready to do what's asked of you. I think of myself as a player that is versatile, who can help the team in many positions but also not just help but also excel and play well in the position. Whenever the coach asks me to step in or help or whatever, I'm just trying to give my best."
Chicago Fire midfielder Maren Haile-Selassie stresses the significance of their home opener against CF Montreal following a 2-1 season-opening loss to Houston Dynamo. The Fire took an early lead through Hugo Cuypers but failed to secure the result. Nine Eastern Conference teams started the season with defeats. Haile-Selassie highlights that the home opener sets the tone for the season and is especially important after the disappointing opening match. He emphasizes the need to secure three points and deliver a strong performance for the fans. Haile-Selassie started the previous match at left-back due to injuries to Andrew Gutman and Viktor Radojevic. The 26-year-old midfielder demonstrates versatility and willingness to play multiple positions as needed.
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