Zoltan Gera says Euro 2016 surprise package Hungary feel 'liberated and free'
Sunday 26 June 2016 18:10, UK
Experienced Hungary midfielder Zoltan Gera says the pressure will be on opponents Belgium in Sunday's round-of-16 clash at Euro 2016.
Hungary have been one of the surprise teams of the tournament, winning Group E after following a win over Austria with draws against Iceland and Portugal.
But Gera says the Hungarians will be underdogs on Sunday in Toulouse, when they take on a Belgium side packed with household names.
"Of course they're favourites for this game," said Gera on Saturday.
"They will be under pressure because expectations for them are very high.
"We're free and liberated. We've reached our goal to qualify from the group and we'll try to enjoy each and every moment.
"Maybe it will be our last, but we'll try to give our maximum on the field as a team, and we hope we can win."
Belgium disappointed in their opening game of the tournament, losing 2-0 to Italy but have been much improved in subsequent wins over Republic of Ireland and Sweden.
And Hungary's coach Bernd Storck said: "We know Belgium's quality.
"I know where all of their players play right now, all at the top level, at world-class clubs. They're all in the Premier League and they've won a lot of trophies.
"They had a difficult start but they've improved, progressed, and tomorrow will be a big challenge."
