Tomorrow morning at 03.00 CEST, Real Sociedad will host Celta.

Real Sociedad manager Matarazzo attended the pre-match press conference and answered questions from journalists. Matarazzo discussed new signings Sarr and Ford, as well as Zakharyan, who angrily yelled at the coach and threw his jersey before leaving after failing to get playing time in the previous match.

The club loaned Sarr from Chelsea and signed Ford from Barcelona. Are you satisfied with the current squad?

"We brought in two excellent players, Sarr and Ford. I think the team did well in the transfer market, and I'm satisfied with the current squad."

Is the squad this year really stronger than last year?

"It's very difficult to say, but I believe we have the potential to achieve better results. When I took over the team in January, we struggled to score goals. Then we changed our playing style and started scoring frequently, but we conceded more goals as a result. After the season ended, I discussed with management how to improve while maintaining the existing system, and ultimately, we brought in these two new players. Sarr is quick, physically strong, excellent in one-on-one duels, and good at tracking back, which is very useful reinforcement for a team like ours that emphasizes high pressing. Ford has good technique, excellent dribbling ability, and can play in tight spaces. He can adapt to both four-back and five-back systems. He's a right-back with a different style from Aramburu and is also a great addition."

Are they ready to play?

"Yes, they've been included in the squad. Our schedule is packed lately, and it's important for them to integrate into the team starting now."

On Goti

"Goti is a very talented player, but he can only play as an attacking midfielder, and we have too many players in that position. This summer, I spoke honestly with Goti, asking him to show more ambition on the pitch, but unfortunately, he got injured shortly after our conversation. Goti needs match time to develop, and I think the loan to Real Oviedo is a good choice for him personally."

On Pacheco

"I didn't ask Pacheco to leave, and not including him in the previous squad wasn't about punishing him. But I told him that simply staying with the team isn't enough; to play, he needs to show more initiative and ambition. Talent and potential alone aren't sufficient. In recent training sessions, I've seen a positive response from Pacheco, and if he can maintain this level, he will definitely get playing time."

On Zakharyan

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"Zakharyan had a very successful pre-season, performing at his best since I arrived here, and I played him in his preferred position – attacking midfielder/shadow striker. After the match against Espanyol, I spoke with Zakharyan, and he expressed his feelings. I made him understand the importance of continuing to train seriously and remaining patient. I understand Zakharyan wants to play, and I don't expect him to be happy sitting on the bench, but he needs to control his emotions better. In any case, our relationship is still very good. When the opportunity comes, I hope Zakharyan makes the most of it."

On Martin taking the number 6. Will he become the defensive leader like Elustondo?

"Defensive leader? No one becomes a defensive leader just by getting a number; whether he can do it depends on his leadership and communication skills. However, Martin is indeed a very outstanding player, and he can reach a very high competitive level."

On Guedes

"I won't say whether he'll be a starter now, but I think he can get more playing time. Guedes has been performing increasingly better in training, and his improvement is very clear."

On Takefusa Kubo

"Perhaps Takefusa Kubo's recent performances haven't been outstanding, but he's very important to the team. I often speak with him, and his training performances are excellent. Takefusa Kubo has some unique qualities, and I want to emphasize again that he will be an important member of the team."

Where will you watch this match?

"I'll watch it at the stadium, but since I'm suspended, I'll probably sit somewhere in the VIP stands. If you see me, feel free to come say hello, haha. Besides me, Toprak is also suspended, so this match will be led by Maisano, Alemán, and Javi Ruiz. Maisano is full of energy and a great person. I'm confident they'll perform well and help the team. However, I'm very unhappy with this red card, and I hope this is the last time."

On Celta

"Celta is an energetic team. Their players move sharply and frequently change formation. They can play with two defensive midfielders or one defensive midfielder and two central midfielders. We need to adapt to their playing style to apply effective pressure. I have enough personnel in the front line to meet the needs of each different match. My responsibility is to analyze each match, assess each player's condition, and arrange the best combination in terms of creating threats, playing between the lines, and pressing high."

On B team players

"Young players need playing opportunities. If I think some players won't get a chance even if they're in the first-team squad, it's better for them to play for the B team. But this isn't something I planned in advance; I'll make flexible decisions based on the actual situation."

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