The Colo Colo coach spoke about his expulsion during the duel against Universidad Católica in San Carlos. He also hailed the work of Marcelo Gallardo and Paulo Díaz at River Plate, the Albos’ next rival in the Copa Libertadores.
Colo Colo has already left the weekend classic behind him and is preparing with everything for his next international challenge. This Wednesday, the albos will face River Plate for the third date of the Copa Libertadores group stage.
As a preview of this duel, Gustavo Quinteros, coach of the Cacique, took the floor to discuss the match which could be decisive in defining the winner of Group F.
Regarding the whiteboard, the DT pointed out that “I see the team very well, I hope we will arrive with all the players recovered. Confident that we can play a good match and we hope to play to the maximum, we will face one of the best in South America “, he acknowledged.
Regarding the formula he has prepared to emerge victorious, he indicated that “we have to go out and play with the best and be at the highest individual level, so that collectively we can overcome the rival. It’s the only way. They come for a long time with a clear idea of the game and with significant achievements ”.
Along the same lines, he added that “We must take advantage of the spaces that still exist when the teams offer. I hope it’s a good show and plays well ”.
For Quinteros, one of the keys will be in quick recovery and high pressure. “You don’t have to let River play, they can’t accommodate midfielders with space and their two strikers are very dangerous; one goes forward and the other hits diagonally. You have to be very solid and win the individual duels ”.
As for possible losses, he showed signs of calm regarding Emiliano Amor and Juan Martín Lucero. “Emiliano is fine, today he hardly felt any discomfort so it is likely that he will be able to play. I hope he can play the whole match, he is an important part of the team . We’ll wait until tomorrow, we’re not going to risk it either.
“Lucero has been training normally for two days. Emiliano will arrive more precisely and we will wait for him until the last moment, without risking him “, he insisted.
Tribute to Marcelo Gallardo and Paulo Diaz
On the same occasion, Gustavo Quinteros took the opportunity to evaluate the work that the Millionaires’ DT has developed. “Gallardo has done a tremendous job all these years. We coaches appreciate that; every year players come and go, everything is to be put back in place and he continues to do well, obtaining results, he achieves the objectives ”.
In turn, he appreciated this match, because “it makes me happy to face a team which plays well and which is important in South America. It’s a big challenge to see what level we are at and what needs to be improved to be more competitive”.
“These matches help you grow and compete at the highest level. You have to give the maximum and a little more to match the strengths of the opponent,” he added.
As for Paulo Díaz, the DT of the Cacique stressed that “he plays very well. I analyzed it, I saw River games and Díaz is doing a great job. He’s a good player. He has aerial play, good start from the bottom. the truth is that he is doing very well. He is a player we already know. This is not only a great contribution to River, but also to the Chilean team ”.
Changes in the board of directors and self-criticism after the expulsion of the Superclásico
Gustavo Quinteros was not spared by the movements taking place in the Black and White repertoire. Despite this, his stance is to focus on the sport.
“We are focused on tomorrow’s game . In the next few days we can talk about it. What yes, we have always worked very comfortable; with Valladares, Espina, Aníbal, etc. . Today, we won’t let anything distract us.”
He also made a self-criticism for his reaction in the classic against Universidad Católica in San Carlos de Apoquindo. “What I did was claim a foul which was the second yellow for a player and we were able to take advantage of the power play. I stood up for what I think is right, but maybe I overdid the protest “, he assured.
The duel between Colo Colo and River Plate for the third date of the Copa Libertadores group stage is scheduled for this Wednesday from 8:00 p.m. at the Monumental stadium and You can follow him minute by minute through El Deportivo .
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