Cruzeiro technician, Pepa opened the game about the match against Cuiabá; Vini Jr, who was the victim of racism in the last Real Madrid clash, was also among the subjects of the press conference
pepacoach of cruisewas sincere about the setback suffered by the team in the Brasileirão 2023. Raposa skidded with the score of 0 to 1, favorable to cuiabá, visitor to the match at Arena do Jacaré. With the result, the Minas Gerais squad parked in 5th position and Dourado left the relegation zone (being in 14th place).
“It was noticed, in the first half, some precipitation and lack of patience in technical decisions. The game entered a physical toada, in which the cuiabá became stronger than us. It wasn’t a lack of attitude, it was a mano a mano matter. Running hard is not always running well.”analyzed Pepa. “But there were passing errors, coach. And the game entered the record that is there, it is better for those in advantage, for those who defend, for those who are lower”.
The commander distributed responsibility beyond team performance: “We could and had to do more and better. For us, the situation (of the lawn) was not beneficial. The way we play, tables, combinations in the corridors, it’s difficult. It’s not an excuse, but it’s a reality. But I’m the first to say that we have to improve. When you can’t play the violin, you have to play the drum. And we lost in situations with some precipitation”.
Regarding the case of racism suffered by vini jrof Real Madridwhich gained international repercussions, Portuguese was categorical. “It’s prehistoric. A shame. I’m a person of color, I’m black with great pride. I went through a situation of racism. What I have to say is that it’s disgraceful, it’s prehistoric. It is not allowed”spiked.
Now, the teams have different challenges in the continuity of the season. O cruise back to the field, away from home, in front of the Flamengo, on Saturday, 27, for the next round of the 2023 Brasileirão; on the same day, Cuiabá will resume activities, as principal, against the coritibaalso in a Serie A duel.
Source: sportbuzz
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