The dull and dreary next weekend that the League will bring us as the only incentive from an Athletic point of view is the achievement of an individual award of that nature. We talk about Unai Simón’s fight for Zamora. That this trophy will be returned to an Athletic goalkeeper for the first time after 54 years, when the legendary Iribar achieved it, requires the work of an entire defensive block that, for some at least, will be less than a sieve after the escape to the Mediterranean of a seemingly irreplaceable man, Iñigo Martínez. We can never thank him enough for leaving the space for Barça to combine young players with the capacity and the desire to push the car that he lacked.
The historic Athletic era. On account of the results, the qualification for Europe thanks to the brilliant fifth place and which has already produced a historic cup title. Let’s add iconic images around the estuary. As a cherry on top, hopefully the Zamora Trophy.
Without a tacit agreement or non-aggression pact tomorrow afternoon against Rayo, but with homework done and nothing at stake, let’s rule out that none of the contenders will bite the rival in the jugular in Vallecas… At least until the minute 60. Let’s wait!
In the last month and a half, after not being able to extend the flirtation with the Champions League qualifying positions beyond the Metropolitano match, we have been in the news more for celebrations, farewells and renewals than victories on the green .
Appreciating what has been achieved in its fair measure, there is no doubt that we want to observe a higher level of hunger and ambition, to reset and see that there are still things to fight for to make an outstanding period noble. . We lack the twisted fangs of those who always compete for the maximum. Don’t let it sound like a scolding!
Fresh air
There is no doubt that the shed needs changes, fresh air and space. They will come from below, from Olabarrieta, Jauregizar, who knows from Hugo Rincón, from the establishment of others like Unai Gómez, but also from the strengthening of those who will come to increase the coach’s options in a season of 50 games .
We need players of stature and stature to replace the veterans who have said goodbye and those who will be doing so soon. Losing leadership in the red and white box will not be a problem because we have enough people behind to relieve them.
Now, when the match against Rayo Vallecano ends tomorrow afternoon, the last part of this season, another League will begin: the office work to give the coach a better team. We must be competitive for the upcoming campaign in the four tournaments in which we will participate and also make sure that our time in Europe is not circumstantial, but cumulative. It is time to invest, therefore, in a consistent and competitive block for the next five years.
If nothing goes wrong, here in seven days.
Source: La Verdad
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