In a post-match press conference, the coach analysed the 1-2 defeat against Granada CF, who knocked Málaga CF out of the Copa del Rey. “This is the way to honour the jersey”, he affirmed.
End of the Cup journey
“Beyond the result, especially in the first half, the rival didn’t give anything away and is a team that competes. We reflected the spirit of the Cup in the second half, the team looked ahead which is a positive assessment, dignifying this competition”.
Always positive
"For me there are more positives than negatives. We went out as a strong team. The players showed faith and soul, which is the way to honour the jersey. It would be unfair to value one player over another. We can be more or less right, but in terms of believing, showing faith…these are all positive things, the most important being we took on the training load competing against a direct rival”.
Big rival
"We were up against one of the most difficult rivals, as they compete to the limit in every game. The second half is a true reflection of what we want Málaga Club de Fútbol to be”.