Pina: “I would like to play at the Camp Nou at another time”

Pina analyzed the rival on Saturday night. “It is true that Barcelona had a demanding game in Seville and that these things are often noticed. It is also true that they are players used to playing three games a week. I don't expect many changes because they are also playing the League, “he said.

Deepening in the culé game, he added that “the start of the season was different but now they are playing at a very high level. I think they hadn't been at this level for several seasons, despite losing in Seville. I would like it to be at another time to go to the Camp Nou but we go with all the illusion and with the idea of ​​getting points there. I think we are able to get something good out of Barcelona and our thinking has to be that it is possible to win there. With that idea we go “.

On a personal level, I comment that “I am feeling quite well. I already said at the beginning of the season that I had to gain sensations after injury. It is true that the coach has now put me to play with Manu and, as we have known each other for a long time, that is an advantage. “Pina was recently sent off in the Copa del Rey game and was also questioned about the matter. “I believe that when you see a red card that's the worst feeling in football. I also spoke with Samuel, from Almería, and I already regretted it at the time. It is something that does not have to be repeated but that is already forgotten, “he reflected.

The arrival of Abelardo has meant a defensive growth and the achievement of several important points. In this sense, the midfielder pointed out that “for us, and in general for all teams, it is essential to be solid behind. Then, upstairs, we have very trained people and the coach has already made it clear that defending well is mandatory. The attitude with which Abelardo came helped us. The fact of coming to train with more joy shows. In the end, the results are what make the weeks more bearable. Motivation, enthusiasm and come to train with a positive mindset. That is the main change we have noticed with his arrival. “

Tomás Pina ends his relationship with Alavés this summer and it will be necessary to negotiate to close the renewal or say goodbye to Vitoria. “I finished a contract in June and it is the first time in my career that I find myself in this situation. I would like to focus on achieving the goal of the permanence and then, more calmly, sit down to talk and see what is the most appropriate for everyone, “he said.