Aurelio Gutierrez ‘Lelly‘ will experience Sunday’s game like yesterday’s World Cup final. He is the president of CD Coria and he is excited (and responsible) to be able to organize a match of this magnitude, a team from the Second RFEF against a whole Real third in the League and Cup champions last year. She studied MD when she started her shift as a nurse.
How are you?
We’re a little overwhelmed and hopefully it won’t get out of hand. Fortunately we have five weeks to prepare everything and try to live up to it. An entire Royal Society doesn’t get accepted every day.
More illusion than tension?
Of course. Lots of desire and great enthusiasm. We’ve never had a game of this caliber before and it’s something we don’t know. Putting on the illusion and the work we put in, everything is smooth, channeled and I think we’re going to set the bar very high.
Is this game much talked about in Coria?
There is no other topic of discussion in the whole town and even in the whole region. You go out on the street and everyone, even non-fans, pats you and wishes you luck. It’s something huge that motivates all of us, the players, the town, the region. Over time it will be when we appreciate it.
What is the history of the club?
It was founded in 1969. There was already a team then, but at the federation level it was founded in 1969. And this is the most important game in our history. We will experience this match as Argentina and France experienced the World Cup final yesterday. It was something magical, unthinkable a few seasons ago, when we were fighting not to go down to Third. We grow in the category until we achieve promotion, after four years promoting. Things are going well for us.
At what capacity will the field be with the extra stands?
Between the Grandstand and the Preferencia, we usually have 3,200 seats, but the City Council always gives us a few extra stands and for this occasion we put as many as possible and there will be room for 4,500 spectators .
Are there any tickets left or are they all sold out?
Yes, between 200 and 300.
Have you considered moving the game to another field?
I am very clear that this game has to be played in Coria yes or yes, if the Federation allows it and we meet the requirements. We could have looked for a bigger pitch nearby, but we have to enjoy this match at home and with our fans.
What about the grass?
The course is pretty good today. It’s a bit soft because it rained heavily last week. There are a few spots that could slip, but so far so good. The problem tomorrow (for now) is in the afternoon and even on Tuesday they give some water. On Tuesday they say it will rain heavily and it could get worse. If the rain didn’t pour so much, the course would be in good condition after the rainy season we’ve had.
The league match for the weekend has been postponed, how is the team?
The children were very happy. It was the most important game of their careers, at least for most. Many of them will never play such a big game in their lives, against a full Real Sociedad. Weekend procrastination is handy to be fresher.
What do most people do?
Everything is there. Most of them came from other countries and dedicated themselves to this, football. Others are studying and many are working. That’s why we don’t train in the morning and we do it in the afternoon. Professionals, no; but yes semi-professionals.
How did the draw live there?
With so much emotion and fun. Many like Atlético de Madrid, but Madrid is two and a quarter hours away and there are more options to see it live. I was more in favor of Real or Athletic playing, for us and for the coach, who is Real’s number 1 fan. A rush touched us on the penultimate ball. We got Christmas Gordo with the Real.
How is coach Alberto Urquía?
Excited. The normal thing is from Madrid or Barça, but he always defends his Real Sociedad. He’s living some super exciting days that I’m sure he wouldn’t change for anything.
Will the collection of the year save?
The year has not been good. We will struggle, but with this injection we can comfortably save the season. We hope to sell everything and have a surplus for next year.
What percentage of options does he give his team?
It’s difficult for us to give the bell, because Real are third and it’s a good team, but anyone you can lose a game and you can beat anyone now. If the team plays well, fights and works like when we eliminated Fuenlabrada, I won’t tell you that we will win, but if Real relax, we will give them a scare.
What is remarkable about Coria?
Continuity. We have a team that is very similar to previous years. We want to play the ball, we don’t kick and we have a very good midfield, players with a lot of class. The combined football we do gets me excited every weekend.
And the Royal?
I always have a predilection for Real because they always shoot from the quarry. Other big clubs should appreciate that. Who would I dislike on that team? And then there is Imanol, a very healthy and very humble person. I heard his remarks on the day of Cazalegas and I said: ‘Chapeau’.
If you had to pick one player to help Coria, would it be…?
Send me Silva or Oyarzabal.
Have you talked to Aperribay?
Yes, I talked to Jokin today. And I told him: “That someone like you calls me directly makes my hair stand on end.” He was very kind to us, he made himself available for everything we needed. It’s nice to find people of that category, with humility. I can’t thank you enough for your support.
What forecast do you have for game day, Wednesday?
This is a game not to look at the result, but to enjoy and experience this unique moment. Let’s keep dreaming. This is a day we will remember forever.
Source: La Verdad
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