Benfica absentee Richard Ríos warns the national side: enjoy, but... | OneFootball

Richard Ríos admitted that the Colombia national team did not perform well against Croatia. At the end of the match, which the Cafeteros lost 2-1, the Benfica midfielder left a message of reflection, stating that the mistakes will not be repeated in the next friendly.

"We approached the game as if it were already a World Cup match, but also as a learning experience. Many said it was preparation, but we treated it as if it were a World Cup", Richard Ríos began, speaking to the Colombian press in the mixed zone.

"It is a very strong opponent, one that brought out the best in us. The result happened more because of our mistakes than because of theirs", added the Benfica midfielder, before analysing the events of the match, especially in the area where he played.

"The midfield did well, it was strong. At times, we controlled the rhythm of the game, although we also made mistakes, which is normal. We have to be stronger, because a duel can end in a goal for us or against us", Richard Ríos acknowledged.

"We know it will demand the best from us. They have players with great individual quality, it will be a different game. We have to review what we did wrong so it does not happen again and show our best version. We need to enjoy it, but also fight for every detail of every play", Richard Ríos concluded, while looking ahead to the match against France.

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