Toscano Finds New Spark Under Lolo Escobar at Hercules
Sandro Toscano’s life shifted when Lolo Escobar arrived. The midfielder had not been part of Ángel Rodríguez’s plans, even though he had fully recovered from the injury that kept him sidelined last season. With Escobar in charge, Toscano feels a renewed sense of purpose. He looks rested, and the sense of being a hero returns as he delivered the decisive goal last Sunday, reaffirming that the team has rediscovered its winning touch.
How the momentum shifted in three matches is clear on the field.
There is still work to be done, but it is obvious that the team is moving in a positive direction. The squad is making progress, and the hope is that this late, behind-the-scenes victory will rally the fans and remind everyone that the path forward is a collective effort from a club ready to advance.
What explains such a dramatic turnaround in roughly a month?
Football resembles a roller coaster, and that is something Toscano has learned over time. The plan now is to maintain this momentum for as long as possible and convert the current spark into a sustained run of good results.
Turning around a defeat like the one lost to Sagunto by 2-0 is not trivial.
They later mentioned that Hércules had not experienced such a performance away from home in quite a while. The field was tough, the conditions were demanding, yet the team earned three valuable points from the visit.
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Seven points out of nine with Escobar on the bench prompts a simple question: what has changed with the new manager?
Every coach brings a different approach, and Escobar’s influence at Hércules has proven to be a catalyst. He has been deeply involved from day one, and the method is proving effective.
The trajectory for Sandro Toscano has shifted as well. From being sidelined, he has become the undisputed on-field option for the squad.
“It’s obvious this is football. Yesterday’s status does not guarantee today’s reality. I rarely played under the previous coach, there were few opportunities, and then Escobar arrived and trusted me. I’m working to earn back that trust on the field,” Toscano explained.
There were difficult days ahead…
Rising from a long-term injury means the first goal is simply to step onto the pitch, to play, to accumulate minutes. It has been four or five months with limited playing time, a challenge that tests every player. Ultimately, support from teammates and staff—people who believe in you and keep faith—can turn a tough spell into momentum.
Has the winter market altered the squad’s dynamics?
It isn’t up to Toscano alone; decisions rest with the sports management and the coach. If his playing time remains limited, it follows that another player with more minutes will take the field. But the situation has begun to shift, and the club will assess the winter market as it unfolds.
He noted days when frustration loomed but also moments when performance and confidence returned. He emphasized that playing in official matches is different from training—a fact that mattered as he regained his physical form and mental readiness.
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Rico Pérez now has back-to-back appearances, and the team looks forward to another home game with the same energy that carried them through the recent stretch. A win for the home crowd would lift spirits even higher as the club continues its climb.
Has the mood inside the locker room shifted as performance improved?
Victories tend to lift more than just the scoreboard. They restore confidence and unity, and that is evident now more than ever.
While a first-place finish remains distant, the current focus is straightforward: win the upcoming match and collect as many points as possible. When May arrives, the standings will reflect the choices made during the season, and the team will know why they fought for every point.
How does the winter market affect the squad and potential departures?
All professionals keep an eye on what lies ahead in both winter and summer windows. Players understand that arrivals and exits are part of football life, and they adapt to the evolving roster with resilience and focus.
In the end, the team’s recent form underscores a simple truth: belief, opportunity, and consistent effort can reshape a season. The players maintain a clear view—focus on the next match, harness momentum, and let the rest unfold with the club’s broader strategy guiding each step.
Note: Please attribute the observations to club reporters confirming the ongoing developments and performance discussions within Hércules CF and the coaching staff.