Guillermo Almada, the head coach of Real Oviedo, has expressed his respect for Atlético de Madrid ahead of their match this Saturday in the 26th round of LaLiga EA Sports. During a press conference, he acknowledged the formidable challenge posed by any lineup that Diego Pablo Simeone may field, highlighting the depth and quality of Atlético’s squad.
Almada stated, “Undoubtedly, the team that Simeone puts out will be a top-tier one. Regardless of who plays, he has one of the richest squads in La Liga, packed with both talent and experience.” He emphasized the competitiveness of Atlético Madrid, noting their well-established style of play and the consistency they’ve maintained over the years.
Real Oviedo, facing challenges in the league, is working to match the intensity levels of their opponents in order to counterbalance their relatively smaller roster. Almada spoke about the difficulty of managing player fitness, especially with the demanding schedule they face. “When you have less quantity and quality in the squad, you have to level it with intensity and rhythm,” he explained, indicating that maintaining the right balance of training and game readiness is crucial.
With the team struggling in the standings, Almada remains optimistic about their prospects for survival in La Liga. “I am optimistic by nature. It’s certainly not an easy task, but we must analyze the games where we deserved to win,” he said. “Although results haven’t always gone our way, we will continue to fight for points that help us maintain our status.”
He attributes his optimism to the effort and dedication shown by the players during matches. Almada stated, “What makes me optimistic is what we demonstrate on the field: the commitment and readiness of the players.” He believes in their potential to achieve more as a unified team.
Reflecting on recent controversies from a match against Rayo Vallecano, Almada noted that Real Oviedo has been unfairly affected by various circumstances, which he refrained from detailing but indicated have harmed the team’s position. Nonetheless, he reiterated the importance of facing such challenges with resilience and focusing on the upcoming match against Atlético Madrid.
Almada’s determination and commitment to improving his squad shines through as he looks forward to building on their performances and striving for better results. The upcoming match will certainly be a test, but Almada is fervently hopeful for his team’s chances in La Liga.