Statements

Martín Demichelis
“It’s a missed opportunity for us.  We started off well, dominating possession and creating goal chances.  However they were the better team in the second half, they scored a goal from a set piece, which resulted in a victory in front of their fans”.
 
“There’s a big difference between one European competition and another, and I think we should have qualified for Champions, but we made mistakes”.
 
“We’re completely dependent on ourselves.  Our fans will be at La Rosaleda supporting us, and I’m sure we’ll win our next match”.


Sergio Sánchez
“We performed well at the beginning of the match, dominating possession, though Atlético had control of the second half.  We all make mistakes, we’re only human, but mistakes at this stage are costing us dearly.  We’ve worked so hard to get this far, the team really deserves to go all the way.  It’ll be hard if we fall at the last hurdle”.
 
“We’re confident, and mentally very strong.  Our next match is at home, and if we want to qualify for the Champions League, we must, and can defeat Sporting, achieve our goals and celebrate what we’ve been working towards all season”.
 
“We really want to qualify.  For the immense strength and determination from everyone at Málaga, and the fans for their unconditional support, we want to dedicate it to them”.