Medrán: "The end of the season was an uphill struggle" | OneFootball

After the goalless draw against Deportivo Morón at the Brigadier López, Colón's coach, Ezequiel Medrán, spoke at a press conference and shared several reflections on the present and immediate future of the team.

The coach began by stating: “We had the chances, but not the clarity that would have allowed us to get the win, but I highlight the team's work. It was important to finish this stage, from now on we have to look inward, a deep analysis of what the whole year was, and have a clear vision for building Colón next year. We’ll see how we approach these last two matches. Today was a very important game, we are looking for the best to compete, we are on that quest. Today the team was organized and neutralized its rival, but we want much more.”

Regarding the stretch he has managed, he added: “In my mind, the reality is the seven matches I came to work for. Everything became an uphill battle at the end of this championship, we are developing an intention, but we cannot have that marked DNA yet, we need more time to work, and we are aware that time is scarce. There are two matches left and we want to finish well, then we will analyze everything to see how we move forward. To be a competitive team, we need to correct some issues.”

He also highlighted his players’ commitment during a difficult moment: “This is not an easy moment, it’s not easy to compete right now, but I highlight the team’s character, their commitment and will.”

Asked about some absences, he clarified: “Gigliotti’s absence was a tactical, technical decision. With Pulga, I have direct contact, he was called up in advance, but yesterday he felt some discomfort, so we decided he shouldn’t be there.”

Lastly, he described how he found the group after the match: “I found the locker room in silence, hurt. It’s the silence of a locker room that has gone through a difficult year, it’s a true and real pain. Everyone feels it, both young and old, and at this moment, there’s no point in looking for blame, but rather in supporting each other.”

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