Real Zaragoza defeated Antequera 1-0, and coach Ibai declared after the match that the team deserved the victory.

Real Zaragoza beat Antequera 1-0 thanks to a goal from Edu Espiau in extra time. Ibai said at the post-match press conference: "As I said, it's very frustrating not to win, but we must celebrate every victory and appreciate the process. The team's attitude is 11 out of 10. I am very proud of the entire team because they persevered, did not lose patience, and finally got the reward that the team deserved, I think."

Ibai took responsibility for the team's difficulties in the first half. He said: "I take responsibility. I thought we would find central penetration opportunities more easily. I was wrong." At halftime, he replaced Raúl Perera with Escudero and explained: "It was a tactical decision. Escu can help more in midfield, and Raúl is better on the wing, but I really like both."

When asked about his continued use of Andel and Teruel as a double pivot, Ibai defended his tactical choice: "When we set up a double pivot, the opposing midfielders must decide whether to press or stay in place, so we can find players behind them. I have always believed that filling the midfield would force them to choose where to press." He also mentioned competition for the position: "We have five midfielders of very high level. We thought changing the wide players and bringing in two forwards would be the best way to win, but we need everyone throughout the season."

Ibai also specifically praised several players. Speaking about Marco Sangalli, he said: "You see his understanding of positional hierarchy. He is a player on another level. His attitude is very positive, and his physical condition from previous years is also excellent. He is capable of doing physical training alone and can play 45 minutes after just 3 days with the team, running constantly back and forth."

Discussing the performance of center backs Rúben Iranzo and Diego González, Ibai said: "These are two center backs on another level. They proved what we expected from them: precision, quality, stability... With Rúben's ability, he will be worth a lot of money in the future."

What excited Ibai most was the unconditional commitment of the players and the atmosphere in the stadium. He said: "It's truly remarkable to see such fan support in Primera Federación." Speaking about the team's performance, he added: "What I appreciate most is the team's perseverance, as they persevered without losing patience. If you tell this team to jump off a bridge, they will jump. It's incredible."

Finally, Ibai reminded that Real Zaragoza would face major challenges throughout the season: "I probably watched 60 Primera Federación matches this summer. We analyzed it, and it will be difficult. We are the team everyone wants to beat, and opponents will come with knives between their teeth. It's also difficult to score against low blocks. Every weekend won't be easy. Look at the Spanish national team: they should have won easily, but they only won in extra time."

Traduit par IA.

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