Mauricio Martínez: "We started well, lost it on fine margins" | OneFootball

The blow was hard. Unión was eliminated from the Clausura after losing 2-1 to Gimnasia (LP) at the 15 de Abril stadium, and one of those who faced the media after the match was Mauricio Martínez. With self-criticism, pain, and also uncertainty about his future, he analyzed the night that left Tatengue out of the quarterfinals.

Martínez began his analysis by putting the campaign into perspective: “I divide this into two stages. The first semester was very bad, and in the second, we achieved several victories and the team was growing. We avoided relegation, and then came the hope. That's why it's a terrible disappointment, like the fans. The people are very hurt.”

A blow that requires mourning at Unión

The midfielder did not shy away from the reality of the moment: “We will have to mourn, because these are decisive matches. Everything is decided by details.”

With honesty, Martínez spoke about his performance on the decisive night: “We started well. Then it evened out and we lost it by details. I didn’t have my best night, where I made mistakes.”

Asked about his continuity, Caramelo left a message full of uncertainty, but also of desire: “I hope it wasn’t my last match, because I’m happy here and nearby. I will now talk to see if an effort can be made. It will depend on whether Central wants to sell me and if Unión can make the effort.”

Despite the bitter end, Martínez valued his experience since his arrival: “Personally, the change was very significant. When you lack rhythm, it’s hard, and I found a coach who knows me and gave me confidence. It was a great semester despite being eliminated at home.”

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