Deportivo La Coruña coach Antonio Hidalgo stated at the pre-match press conference against Getafe that the team should learn from coaches like Bordalás.

Deportivo La Coruña will travel to Madrid to face Getafe, who have always been formidable at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez. Hidalgo praised Getafe coach José Bordalás: "I am new to this level, while Bordalás has coached hundreds of La Liga matches. He has achieved a great deal. Those of us coming from lower leagues need to learn from coaches like him and continue to improve. Everyone sees football differently, but the key is to bring out the team's potential, and he has always done an excellent job."

The Catalan coach warned that this would be a very difficult match, with the game broken down into many highly challenging "mini-battles." Getafe always pushes the game to its limits, and the fight for three points will be very intense. Hidalgo said: "This is a very difficult match. The opponent uses the same philosophy and has been coached by the same coach for a long time. The game will be difficult, with a lot of physicality, and they know exactly how they want to play. We must remain focused in every contest. They had an excellent season last year, which also demonstrates the quality of their work."

Downplaying the importance of an unbeaten record

Deportivo La Coruña's coaching staff is working to keep players focused on daily training rather than the league table. Hidalgo said: "This means we are getting points every week. I have always said that football is about fighting for points. What truly makes a difference is getting three points, and we play with that goal in mind. But we must remain humble, because the season is long, and we must stay grounded."

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