Peter Stöger believes his side are in a decent position ahead of the return leg next week. He was critical of the sluggish spell after the interval but full of praise for the reaction they showed after going behind.

Peter Stöger on the tie at the halfway point:
"If we hadn't scored the three goals, it would've been even more difficult. Doing so ultimately enabled us to win the game – which was the objective. How much more at ease would we be if we were taking a 2-0 lead over there? It's impossible to answer. We have showed over the course of recent weeks that it's relatively difficult to beat us. But that's what the opposition will need to do there. That's why I believe we've got a decent chance – and that we're developing well. We're still making mistakes, but I see us as being in quite a good position."

...on the goals conceded at the start of the second half:
"They're difficult to explain, because we'd put in a decent performance in the first period. It was clear to us that we needed to continue to be active. We made it really easy for the opponent to get the goals. So the reaction we showed in wanting to turn the game around was all the more remarkable. Perhaps it's a good thing that we were punished for the 10 or 15 minutes in which we weren't active. It will help us in our development, by making sure we remain focused."

...on André Schürrle's development:
"Getting back to normal: he is starting to produce the quality that he has. After a difficult period with injuries, he is now getting the playing time, confidence and opportunities. He's showing his standout qualities more and more."

...on Michy Batshuayi's performance:
"He is a real goal-getter. We knew about his ratio. It was a good move to bring him here. He's been very well-received by the team, he's integrated quickly. You can see he enjoys playing here, that he shares our ideas and objectives. It's a good fit for his personal objectives. He's a special striker."
Recorded by Boris Rupert