Statements:
Van Nistelrooy
“It was a match in which many things happened, but Diego Buonanotte has helped us qualify with an amazing goal. My goal has been a great team goal, I’m happy for the goal and pleased to be finishing the year off with that goal, so now it’s time to take a break and come back for the second half with desire to improve and with a fan base who are cheering us on at every stage so we can carry on battling for our aims in the League.”
“We reached our objective of getting through, which is important, even though it was hard-fought. Now we can have a great time at Christmas.”
Diego Buonanotte
“The important thing was getting through this round. I’m happy for playing and for scoring. The own goal made the approach more offensive and I had the opportunity of getting out on the pitch. All my teammates have congratulated me on the goal, the shot and the whole match.”
Sergio Sánchez
“We nailed this stage with a public who were helping us out and for this we got through the round. We had to adapt to a game that had become complicated but we did it well and got the result.”
“I feel great, I’m comfortable playing here at La Rosaleda and with the people it’s all easier. Now it’s time to rest and think about coming back for the second half and to be fighting for the year’s objectives that are near on the table.”
