The French centre-back, who scored the only goal of the game, is happy with the team’s hard work today. “We really wanted to play at our home ground and win in front of our fans. They were brilliant today and we won the three points, which is the most important thing,” he stated.

He congratulated his teammates for the match and the fans for their ongoing support. He went on to add that we played “a very serious match” and “it’s great to win the three points.”

After two matches away from La Rosaleda, Mathieu analyses the start to the league competition. “Away from home we have to improve, become more solid and convey a better image. We need to be the same team at home and away. We’re working on that. I’m sure the team will have improved by Friday,” he added.

Lastly, the Malaguista defender talked about the special moment after his goal. “I dedicated it to my dad, who is with me from heaven, and my family. I’m happy as the goal is for everyone, for the fans, who really got behind the team today, and for Luis, who sustained injury this week,” he said.