Sergio González: “We have given a masterclass on how to handle this type of match”

Sergio González He was happy with Sánchez-Pizjuán, where Real Valladolid reaped another tie in an impressive setting and against Sevilla. It was the deserved minimum, after another great performance completed after many changes. “We have returned to demonstrate personality, we have competed well and we have been supportive against a very difficult opponent”, analyzed.

In your opinion, it was “a masterclass on how to handle games against such a powerful opponent”, the umpteenth, after being able to “calm his attacks”, scoring in a set piece action and seeing “the plan strengthened” after Olivas' goal. “Their start of the second half was stronger. With the goal annulled they have gone down and that has given us strength. After the draw, we have had temperance and knowing how to be and Alcaraz and Ünal have been able to score the winning goal,” he added. .

The equalizer came in a penalty that Javi Sánchez explained was not and that Sergio did not want to enter to argue. “It is a very rigorous action, but I will not discuss the referee's perception. They have taken a long time to decide, and when that happens, they have many doubts. I stay with that and with the feelings, “said the coach, not wanting to argue and preferring to stay once again with” the good “and with the image of being a” reliable, solid and serious “team that they are transmitting.

No bitterness

Although not having managed to win against an important rival, Real Valladolid returned to curdle a performance that satisfied his coach. “We are happy with what we have done. We have to fight to have the opportunity to be in this type of scenario again. I am convinced that at some point we will have the fortune to win on a very important stage“said Sergio González.

Again the Catalan put in an eleven with many changes, in which he entered Miguel de la Fuente as a first-time starter. Both he and Kike Pérez They are having quality minutes after the break, something that Sergio also appreciated: “They are showing why they are having these minutes. Miguel has done a huge job and Kike has had calm and legs. We are delighted to be able to offer you those minutes, “said the coach.

In general, the blanquivioleta was “happy with the team's response and because it reinforces the word team”. “We told all the boys that they were going to be important and that they were going to play, and when we said one thing, we fulfilled it. They feel strong, we don't have any stars and the strength belongs to everyone. That is what makes us be in the position we are in, “concluded Sergio.