Sevilla-Málaga
“I think we’ve prepared well for this match, we’re really looking forward to it and have a feeling it’s going to be an exciting game. We have the utmost enthusiasm to continue this good dynamic, particularly at such a tough ground like Sevilla’s.”
Line-up
“The 19 players have been called-up due to Nordin’s situation, I don’t want to run any risk and prefer to be prepared; despite the player’s willingness and commitment to take part in tomorrow’s match, I don’t know how things will evolve in the coming hours.”
Points in Sevilla
“They have a much greater value than just three points. A value that focuses on the satisfaction we’ll give our fans as we move towards figures closer to our objective, which is important. We know the value and we will give our all in tomorrow’s game.”
Second round
“We’re starting the second round with better feelings and a higher position in the table than six or seven matches ago. However, we’re aware that the calendar coming up now is the same as when we struggled in the first round, against extremely demanding rivals, so we must be prepared to compete as we have been doing.”
Good moment for the team
“This is a very good time for the team, both in terms of state of mind and results, and this is also the ideal time to face what’s coming. We have some very demanding, difficult matches on the way, but I don’t think there’s a better time to face these teams. With regards to Sevilla, since I’ve been here, the excitement surrounding matches like these is palpable. From the first day of training this week we were determined to make this match a special one, with a week of preparations and a different feeling about the points in play, which are not just three points, but worth so much more.”
Best coach in LaLiga in December
“All awards received are appreciated and shared, I think it’s important to share the recognition, be generous, realistic and share with the people involved, which in this case is a lot. However, I focus more on collective awards and collective objectives, but this award is certainly very much appreciated.”
