Hernán Crespo lived on Saturday (19) a symbolic night. The Argentine coach rediscovered the fans of San Paolo in Morumbis, where he commanded his first game with the presence of fans since he returned to the club. In the previous passage, in 2021, the coach led the team during the pandemic period, when the games took place with closed gates.
In the sixteenth round of the Brazilian championship, San Paolo beat the Corinthians 2-0, with Gol di Luciano in the first half. The victory was built against 47,964 fans, a number that showed the symbolic weight of the night to the coach. After the game, Crespo revealed the emotion of experiencing the experience he idealized.
“An ideal night, crowded Morumbi, wins the classic, I dreamed of it many times. The athletes have presented me with a great game, it will certainly be an unforgettable night for me.”
Performance and posture of the team praised by the commander
During the press conference, the coach evaluated the performances of the players, observing that the group understood the weight of the clash and corresponded to what was requested by the Commission.
“The most important thing is that the team has played very well, she perfectly understood the meaning of this game, she respected the tradition of this game. These things, for us, are very important: fighting, fighting and playing football.”
In addition, the coach underlined the team’s tactical performance, praising intensity and balance during 90 minutes. Although satisfied with the result, he made a point to relativize the moment.
“It is important not to think that it is an extraordinary thing. Sao Paulo should do this type of game. It is very important, but I said to them: ‘We are all very happy tonight, the audience should celebrate? Do you have to be normal inside.
Highlight for Luciano and mandatory changes in the cast
Luciano was the main name of the game, with two goals that ensured the triumph of Tricolor. Crespo, who already knew the player of his previous passage, praised his technique and delivery on the field.
“I am very happy with him, I have been knowing for a long time, I know his quality perfectly, I don’t surprise me, I think he is not surprising for anyone. The idea is that he has a continuity in this performance, such a player can make a difference.”
Due to the last minute physical problems, the coach had to make changes to the initial training. Wendell replaced Enzo Díaz, who heard a hot discomfort, while Alisson entered the start of the game after Oscar came out with back pain. Both were praised for the rapid adaptation to the emergency situation.
“I think the merit is them. They understood the situation and were ready to play a great game. They played a great game, like everyone else. Everyone has understood what we want.”
Meeting with organized and psychological preparation
Crespo also commented on the meeting with the fans organized on the eve of the classic, minimizing the importance of the episode.
“They found all the parties. Athletes, fans and commissions. And nobody asked the journalist to participate. Private is private. I don’t think it’s interesting (the meeting with the fans), in my opinion, in this case. It happened, let’s go on.”
Next appointment in the season
After the triumph in the classic, Sao Paulo returns to the field on Thursday (24), at 19h (Brasilia Time), against youth, at the Alfredo Jaconi stadium, in Caxias do on. The game is valid for the continuation of the Brazilian championship.
Source: Terra
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