Mauro Pittón: «We’re paying dearly for the mistakes we make» | OneFootball

After the very tough defeat against Newell’s, Mauro Pittón spoke about Unión’s chances of reaching the round of 16 in the Apertura Tournament.

The loss to Newell’s left Unión in a critical situation in the Apertura Tournament. In that context, captain Mauro Pittón spoke up and delivered a clear message: the team is not giving up.

With self-criticism, but also conviction, the midfielder focused on what lies ahead and the response the group must give in these final two matches.

“This team will always give everything”

Pittón highlighted the squad’s attitude despite the adverse result: “We’re going to keep working the way we have been. This team is going to give everything, like today, when it fought until the end, even while trailing.”

The message is aimed at maintaining their competitive identity, even at a time when the margin for error is minimal.

Fine-tuning costly details at Unión

The captain acknowledged that the team has been repeating mistakes that end up affecting results: “We have to polish some specific details where we’re paying a high price in matches and pay more attention to that.”

In line with what has already been seen in recent games, Unión creates chances, but also leaves spaces or makes mistakes that end up being decisive.

Lack of finishing… and credit to the opponent

On the lack of goals, Pittón was clear: there are things to improve, but he also highlighted what the opponent did well. “Yes, accuracy is important, but you also have to give credit to their goalkeeper, he was well positioned and saved several shots.”

He even recalled a key chance near the end that could have changed the story, but ended up in the goalkeeper’s hands.

The blow was not only the result, but the way it happened: “We leave empty-handed and it hurts, especially because of our own mistakes or things we have to improve.”

Even so, the captain stressed that the group is keeping its head held high and its determination intact.

Character for what’s ahead

With two matches left, Pittón understands that the mental side will be key: “Every match is a test of character. We have to show personality on every pitch.”

And he added: “We’re competing, putting in good performances, but we have to correct those situations that are costing us dearly.”

The last bullet: away to Vélez

The next challenge will be at Vélez Sarsfield’s stadium, in a clash that could define Unión’s fate. “We’re going to fight for every ball, leave everything out there. Everything is very close, and if we keep adding points we can get into the leading pack,” he said.

Amid the pressure and frustration, the captain left a phrase that sums up the team’s current moment: “We’re keeping our heads high and we’re going to fight until the end.”

Unión is under pressure, but it still has a chance. And, as Pittón made clear, the response will depend as much on football as on character.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.