Two days before the clash between UD Almería and Málaga CF, the blue and white team's coach shared his thoughts on the match. With only seven rounds remaining, the strategist stated that, beyond the standings, the fundamental aspect is to "play well".
“"It is more important to play well than the classification at the end of the matchday."
Regarding UD Almería, the coach praised their trajectory, especially at home, where they have won their last six matches. He acknowledged that the Almería team is "built and capable of direct promotion," and that, along with Racing, they have the best chances if they maintain their current level. He also highlighted the difficulty of the encounter but expressed confidence in his own team's upward trend.
Concerning the Málaga CF squad, the coach affirmed that it is among the best, emphasizing the ability of players coming off the bench to perform at a high level. He mentioned that the possibility of making five substitutions during the match allows the team to maintain energy and quality until the end, which demonstrates the "group's level".
Regarding the start of the match, the coach anticipates an intense first half-hour from UD Almería, who will seek to assert themselves with great energy. He emphasized the importance of "starting well" to determine the subsequent development of the match, suggesting that "the best defense is a good offense".
Finally, the coach addressed the direct promotion situation, describing it as "almost the same as multiplying pi by infinity," to emphasize the complexity and the need to focus on their own performance. He insisted that the priority is to "score points" and "play with daring," without obsessing over immediate classification.
