Leo Madelón: Coming through a tough spell the right way | OneFootball

The great 3-2 victory of Unión against Racing at the Cilindro de Avellaneda left the tatengue fans with a huge smile and the team with rising confidence. After the match, Leonardo Madelón analyzed his team's performance at a press conference and did not hide his satisfaction with the achievement.

The value of the victory for Unión

“The secret was that we beat a big team at their home. For us it is very important. Racing is well assembled, prepared to fight for important things, but we knew how to play our game. Maybe we didn't have the ball so much, but we had the counterattacks ready to hurt and that's how we won fairly,” said the red and white coach.

About the goal disallowed to Mauro Pittón, Madelón was clear: “I never understood the decision because I couldn't see it either. I think there was talk of a supposed interference from Garribia, but it doesn't matter, the good thing is that the team kept fighting, without lowering their arms, and found the reward”.

Asked about Unión's footballing moment and the fans' hope, the coach left a message of moderation: “We are coming out of a difficult situation and we are doing it in a good way. The important thing is not to get confused, not to believe we are more than we are. If we continue with humility and commitment, we will surely be up to the task”.

Madelón also highlighted the collective level and the work of the reinforcements: “The forwards are key, they proved it today. We have a squad with good players and human material, it is noticeable that there is a very committed group. In addition, those who came in did very well”.

Madelón on Scaloni's visit to Ezeiza

Finally, he valued the visit of Lionel Scaloni to the training sessions in Ezeiza: “It was a huge pride. He gave us a message of humility, of simplicity. Imagine what it means for the boys that the world champion coach comes to greet them. That gave us a very special energy”.

With two consecutive victories away from home, seven goals scored and a rising team, Unión is hopeful. But Madelón tones it down: “Defending well is also playing well. We have to keep working and adding. If something else comes later, welcome”.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.