Satisfied with a hard-fought victory, Claudio Giráldez reflected on the match, discussing the team’s process to recover their star player Iago Aspas from injury and bidding farewell to the old goal stand. “It’s three points and happiness,” he said with a smile. “A very difficult and complicated game, but also historic, with the goal farewell, and a testament to the team’s growth.”
The early minutes of the game were tough, Giráldez admitted. “We struggled to adjust, but as the game went on, we grew stronger and ended the first half on a high note. Then Iago came in and gave us the energy boost we needed – it was a very worked victory.” Despite the challenges, the team’s perseverance paid off, and they managed to secure a crucial win.
When asked about European competitions, Giráldez deftly sidestepped the question, choosing to focus on the present. “Every game is a chance to compete,” he emphasized. “It’s not easy to get seven points out of nine in LaLiga, so our priority is to stay stable and rack up as many points as possible.” For now, the team is taking it one game at a time, without getting ahead of themselves.
The farewell to the old goal stand was an emotional moment, Giráldez acknowledged. “It’s a beautiful memory, and we all have fond recollections of that tier. But we’re excited for the future, and we know the fans will continue to support us just as fiercely. This change is an opportunity for us to grow and have an even better stadium.” As the team looks to the future, they’re eager to make new memories and create a new era of success.
As for Iago Aspas’ recovery, Giráldez is taking a cautious approach. “It’s a natural process,” he explained. “He’s our captain and leader, and we’re easing him back in gradually. Hopefully, we’ll have him back to full strength soon, playing the full 90 minutes.” With patience and careful management, the team is confident that Aspas will return to his best form, leading them to even greater heights.
