Postecoglou expressed that the team has accepted their current situation and is prioritizing the Europa League. He noted that the players' performances in big games have been impressive, and they have been focused on making the most of their opportunity.

The manager emphasized that the team's league form has not been up to par, but the players have been committed to seizing the Europa League chance. He pointed out that whether the team is in a strong or weak position in the league, the opportunity to reach the Europa League final is still significant.

Postecoglou also highlighted the importance of taking advantage of this opportunity, given the team's past experiences in European competitions. He expressed his desire to win the game against West Ham and progress to the final, and emphasized that he has been preparing the team to succeed in these high-stakes games.

The manager acknowledged that the team was disappointed with their loss to Liverpool, but he believes that the players have learned from the experience and are ready to move forward. He wants the team to feel the pain of that loss and use it as motivation to achieve their goals in the Europa League.