Óscar Sánchez: “Our responsibility is for the fans to see a recognisable team against Real Sociedad”

Valencia CF interim coach, Óscar Sánchez, spoke in a press conference before the LALIGA EA Sports Matchday 7 game against Real Sociedad.

Improvement

“The capacity for improvement must be present in all the teams. A step forward was taken in Vitoria, but the intention is to keep improving.”

His chances of coaching Valencia CF in the future

“Everyone has their own ambitions, and we all want to take steps forward. I’m not thinking about myself or the immediate future. I’m only thinking about tomorrow, about building on what was achieved in Vitoria, ensuring the fans see a recognisable team, and seeing that bond between the fans and the squad lays the foundations for the future.”

Players out

“Everyone is fit. We will name the same squad as for the game against Alavés in Vitoria. Luis Rioja managed to complete today’s training session, and his condition didn’t worsen during the tests we undertook; he is managing the pain he feels and is determined to be involved.”

Mestalla

“When Mestalla is making noise, it’s something extraordinary. It’s something that wins matches. We are the ones who have to light the fuse in that regard, to help the fans regain their faith and excitement about the team. Together, we need to lift each other up. When there is unity between the squad and the supporters, Mestalla becomes a tough place to play at for opposing sides. It is our responsibility to ensure that tomorrow the fans see a recognisable team that is hungry for the win, and I am certain that Mestalla will respond, just as it always has.”

Picking VCF Academy players like Aaron Mayol

“It’s not a question of bravery; it’s a matter of a youngster being ready. Things aren’t handed to you; they’re earned on the pitch. He needs to maintain that drive to improve and help out, along with the humility he already possesses. He is mature enough to handle this situation.”

Needs

“Sometimes, over the course of the season, injury issues arise; the important thing is to have players who can adapt to different situations. Pepelu is doing an excellent job; his commitment to the team is so great that he would perform well wherever on the pitch he plays, and that applies to the entire squad.”

Tactics

“We have kept emphasising the importance confidence and tried to add a touch of how I feel about how football should be approached.”

His opinion on Javier Aguirre -linked with the coach’s job

“His trajectory speaks for itself.”