Sebastian Beccacece looked satisfied at the end of the match, a sentiment that lingered as the final whistle blew. The victory was celebrated with the fans, and the coach underscored that his players should stay at the forefront. The Franjiverde manager moved his team up in the standings after defeating Real Zaragoza, edging closer to the promotion playoffs. With six straight matches without a loss, they have earned 14 points from 18 possible. As the final whistle approached against the Maños, he emphasized maintaining “common sense” while acknowledging a shared dream: promotion this season is within reach.
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During the break between halves, the head coach commented on the shift in momentum. The team pursued the same objective after the interval, having been dominant in the first 45 minutes and creating several chances. He highlighted the quality of crosses from Mario, Josan, Tete Morente, and Raúl Guti as crucial to the play, noting that the game featured many pauses that allowed for tactical discussions. The team spoke at halftime and reaffirmed the plan, aiming to come out stronger and execute it with precision. The match, described as hard-fought, was deemed a deserved victory earned through collective effort against a very talented opponent. The focus remains on delivering performances that fans can relish, while preparing for the next challenge beginning the following day.
Beccacece also spoke about Diego González and Raúl Guti, who came on for Pedro Bigas and the suspended Nico Castro. He praised the depth of the squad and the way players step up when others are less prominent. The team’s mindset, unity, and attitude were highlighted as essential ingredients for continued success. After the celebration, Edgar Badia and Fidel joined the gathering, underscoring the dressing room’s cohesion and commitment. The coach noted that a modest group can perform admirably when they execute the game plan with discipline, even in the Second Division.
Asked whether the match represented his most complete performance of the season, he responded with cautious optimism. He framed it as a process of growth, explaining that the team continues to adapt through competition. Although the campaign started with difficulties and injuries, the squad is learning and strengthening mentally as the demands increase, which bodes well for future fixtures.