Marcelino was disappointed with the defensive facilities, especially in the first conceded goal that his team conceded to “Atlético”. The Asturian coach believes that his team is an adequate competition, but understands that the opponent is stronger in the areas and that is the key of the game. The coach was worried about Diego Conde’s injury
Anger at the first goal“The team that was stronger in the areas is the one that won the game. We compete at a high level. The first goal makes me sad and angry because it was very avoidable. We knew that they are dangerous in the corner and we knew that a very high percentage of the ball goes to that area. And he finished very much on his own. The match was very close to two nil. Julen made the most brilliant save of the game, Santi also got it. On the counter attack we defended very well, they They scored the second goal and it was over. We lacked a bit of depth.
Athletic rolling“Athletic is up arrow. They have good players and now the percentage of efficiency means that you are closer to losing. The team had the character, and therefore I am satisfied.’
Conde’s injury“We don’t know what he has, it’s a knee injury and the tests will tell us what it is. It’s the right knee. It’s pretty worrying at the moment.”
Hit Gerard!“Gerard lost his sight because of the blow, now he is better. He did not lose consciousness. We’ll see how it develops, but luckily it doesn’t look serious.”
How do injuries affect?“We work politely and ambitiously. There is no more conversational egg against another, that’s what. Be stronger in times of trouble, believe in yourself and your partner more. Look for solutions and not blame. Work and move forward.”
Winning the Copa del Rey is a confidence and security advantage
Athletic aspirant, champion“Without a doubt, I consider “Athletic” to be a contender for the Champions League. But not now, but from the beginning. Last year he finished Europe and won the Cup. I can say because I lived. Young players confirming their growth. And has San Mames
Strength in areas“The missed goals have been bothering me since November, but last year, more than a year ago. Ayoze is coming back from injury and we’ve lost three strikers at the back, as we saw today, and they’re punishing us with goals how we competed today. “We showed the level of a competitive team that will be at the top of the table.”