Del Blanco: “Solid at the back, but missed the final ball” | OneFootball

Mateo Del Blanco analyzed Unión's goalless draw against Platense at the 15 de Abril. The defender, despite the short preseason, emphasized that the team is ready to compete, although he admitted shortcomings. “It was a short preseason, but quite intense. I think we came very well prepared, we had a great preseason in Uruguay,” he noted.

Defensive Order and Ambition at Home

The defender acknowledged that the start of the match had complications, although he valued the collective response and prior preparation. “It was a short preseason, but quite intense. I think we came very well prepared, we had a great preseason in Uruguay,” he noted.

Del Blanco was self-critical about the first dangerous action from the opponent. “In the first play, we were caught off guard and they almost scored,” he admitted, although he clarified that the team quickly settled: “Afterwards, we were organized and neutralized the game.”

Regarding the overall development, the defender identified the key point to improve.

“Defensively we were good, but we lacked that final pass; if we had achieved it, we would have taken the three points,” he explained. Additionally, he interpreted the nervousness in the second half as a positive sign of ambition. “It's because we want to go for the three points, here at home with our people we always want to win,” he affirmed, recalling the attitude that already characterized the team in the last tournament.

Focus on Unión and the Future

Asked about market rumors linking him to other clubs, Del Blanco was clear and direct: “They asked about conditions, but it didn't happen. My focus is on Unión.” And he added, closing the door to immediate speculations: “If a good offer comes for me and the club, it will happen; meanwhile, I will give my best here.”

Finally, the defender highlighted the importance of the squad's continuity to face the tournament. “When a team maintains its core after a good season, that also adds up,”

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