Sport would rather not start the week on Mondays. The team faced a Monday game three times in the first stretch of five days, including two at home. They enjoy Sundays, but if the League One clubs do not complain, newcomers would feel it too. With Fernando Estevez having to compete on the first day of the week, the schedule disrupts his study plan, yet he accepts that as part of the game, admitting that players know the rules even if the timing isn’t ideal for them.
What stands in front of the squad is a clash with Alcorcón at 21:00, broadcast on LaLiga TV. A newcomer in the league carries a significant portion of the group that has earned this progress, and the coaching staff has done a commendable job, emphasizes the Barça coach who praises the effort. The coach has helped return the Madrid club to professional status shortly after relegation from Primera to the RFEF.
All of them, including the fans, must keep mental focus on the importance of this match at their stadium. Each point matters, as it represents an opportunity to move closer to the 50-point milestone, notes the Andalusian coach who sees strong parallels between Deportivo and the upcoming opponent, both institutionally and in sport.
They are just promoted, like us, yet they compete very well. They are doing things the right way and therefore pose a serious challenge. In this division every team has a clear objective and fights hard. For him, that makes the home and away battles a credible threat. The target of 50 points brings satisfaction to Estevez, who feels deeply involved in the club’s development. This is a family club that has grown on many fronts over the past year, and he expresses gratitude to everyone for being part of a common journey and contributing to what is enjoyed by the whole organization.
The match against the Madrid team, which had collected four points in the first four rounds, sits in the minds of the squad as a chance to remind themselves of the match’s significance. The home stadium remains a stage where Amat supporters can rally behind the team. Supporters are urged to rise to the moment because every point offers a chance to add more to the tally. The goal is to secure something positive each week, with the encouragement from the fans playing a key role in this effort.
The Barça coach expresses concern about static moves that could benefit Alcorcón, noting the visiting side’s solid strategy and efficient transitions, which could tip the balance in a tight game.
Spain’s Fran Fernández shows respect for Deportivo, acknowledging that their long unbeaten run at home is the result of strong work. He explains that Deportivo starts intensely, is well organized in the middle of the field, and that they improve the direct game as the match unfolds. Elden will demand maximum effort, and the team must rise to that challenge and comply with it. The staff knows the opponent well and is prepared to compete while recognizing their own limits in this league.
Álex Martínez is pictured in a gym setup at the La Finca hotel, where continuous training emphasizes the ongoing commitment to recovery and readiness for competition.
A stranger at Estévez’s party
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The key to progressing in the upcoming match against the Madrid side lies in focusing on the match’s importance and maintaining belief that each point earned adds to the total. The club’s home fans are called upon to provide strong support, as every week offers an opportunity to accumulate. The coaching staff stresses a positive mindset and consistent performance as essential elements of the plan, and the team remains ready to push toward their season goals.
The Barça coach warns about the risk of getting stuck in predictable plays that could be exploited by Alcorcón, urging dynamic movement and flexible tactics to counteract the visitors’ strengths.
Spain’s Fran Fernández expresses deep respect for Deportivo, noting that their sustained home success is born from hard work. The plan is to begin with intensity, stay solid in the middle, and translate that organization into effective ball movement. Elden will require maximum effort, and the team must meet that demand. The squad knows the competition well and is ready to push forward while recognizing the limits of the league.
Álex Martínez started running without pain
El joven defensor Eldense, who has not featured with the first team since the season’s end, is approaching the final phase of rehabilitation after a cruciate ligament surgery in his left knee. In the past, he contributed three goals and several assists. The former Herculano now runs on the treadmill without discomfort and remains confident in his ability to rejoin his teammates for the readaptation phase, which will involve several weeks of targeted exercises. The return marks a strong step toward full fitness and ongoing involvement with the squad.