Valverde: “We saved this difficult obstacle”

ernesto valverde He acknowledged in the Las Llanas press room the difficulty his team endured to win the tie. “These games have to be played with the mentality to pass. The opposite also has arguments. For me they were the toughest match of the year. There is a part where everyone is equal. I have the impression that very few First Division teams go through these types of rounds. They are not easy matches. We have a good team in front of us,” he said.

Txingurri pointed out that they suffered less than expected. “Today’s game is important. We are taking it seriously, it is very important for us to get into the round of 16 draw. We know the difficulties that come with this clash. We have survived this difficult stumbling block, let’s see what we have now “, he added. “I don’t remember them having very clear chances, but we had to fight hard. They caused uncertainty for us”, he moved.

The coach from Gasteiz confirmed that Guruzeta He had to withdraw due to a concussion. “We hope this is nothing but a coup,” he said. The man from San Sebastian came out from the left wing Raul Garcia of the battering ram “He can play in any of the three positions, back and forward as well. He has a purpose and a job,” he said.

Txingurri also identified two World Cup players who played yesterday. Nico Williams is owner and his brother Inaki feel relieved Guru at the end of the first period. “A Nico It was difficult for him to get into the game but then he became very participatory. It’s a shame that he didn’t solve some of the opportunities he encountered. We would have been calmer. Both are in perfect condition to start any game”, he confirmed.

Valverde He is a footballer of Sestato. Yesterday he returned to Las Llanas after 36 years as Athletic coach: “They always welcome me well. I know people here. The public tightened their grip then. Every time we come here, we are treated well. We hope that at the end of the season they will be in a higher category”