‘We want them to talk about the quality of our defence’: Condors prepare for historic France 2023 debut

The national rugby team continues to prepare for its France 2023 opener. The Chileans face Japan this Sunday in what will be a historic match for rugby on the continent. On the scenarios that can occur in Toulouse and the expectations that have been generated, three of the group members gave their feelings: Ricardo “Guata” Cortés, Iñaki Ayarza and Matías Garafulic.

The first of them, a member of the Cóndores staff and one of the characters who has worked with the national team for the longest time. “The most important thing is to fight all the balls, the sacrifice, the solidarity with the partner, to be together. I think it’s very important to be able to build a good team . In the end, we don’t win thanks to individuals, we ultimately win thanks to the team and that’s what we focus on,” he said.

In the case of Matías Garafulic, the young rugby player discussed in depth the present of the team and the keys to the confrontation against Japan this Sunday. “SWe are a team known for their defense and we want to implement that at this World Cup. Above all, they talk about us and the quality of our defense. . From there, we go on the attack. We are a team that has been working together for four years, so the brotherhood within the team is very strong. It helps us,” he said.

Garafulic also reflected on the mental work done to control the anxiety associated with participating in a tournament of this importance. “Managing the pressure is something that we have dealt with a lot. I think all teams are under pressure. It’s the first time we’ve taken part in a World Cup and there are teams fighting for the title, others who have to pass the stage. For us the pressure is something we like, every time we have a match under pressure I think we get the best out of everyone.” detained.

Finally, Iñaki Ayarza admitted that the team is focused on finding their best version and they have no problem adapting to the needs of the technical staff. “We are very good, happy in training, the group is very good, happy to be here. Above all, I am available to the team and that is the most important thing. We follow what works for us, study the rival and we are going to prepare for what they offer us”, he commented.