What did Diego Campillo and Brian Gutiérrez say ahead of El Clásico de México? | OneFootball

This weekend is not just any game: it’s El Clásico de México. Chivas know these matches are played with character, pride, and identity first. At home, in front of their fans, Guadalajara have the perfect setting to show on the field that the great moment the team coached by Gabriel Milito is living is the result of a process built on hard work, unity, and conviction.

During the press conference, Diego Campillo and Brian Gutiérrez shared what it means to experience a Clásico from the inside. Both highlighted the intensity, the responsibility of wearing the Rojiblanca, and the unity that defines the group today.The words of Diego Campillo and Brian Gutiérrez ahead of El Clásico de México:

Brian Gutiérrez

-“It’s a very important match that we always have to win, as this club demands. Playing it is a dream, and experiencing it must be something completely different.”

-“In every match we go out looking for the three points. We understand the level of demand this game represents, and we have our minds set on getting the win at home.”

-“The unity Milito has built is very important. His humanity and the way he speaks to each player bring us together as a team, which is what matters most.”

-“Every Clásico I watched on TV transmitted fire and intensity. You can feel that off the field too, and now I hope to experience and play it on the pitch.”

-“We understand the responsibility we carry. Like in every match, we must go out looking for the three points because of what Chivas represents.”

-“On Saturday, if I get the chance to play, I picture myself controlling the midfield, contributing to the build-up, and living that intensity on the field.”

-“I had the final decision, and it has always been Chivas.”

Diego Campillo

-“For us, every match is extremely tough because every opponent gives their maximum against Chivas. We’re calm; we know it’s an important game, but not more than the ones we’ve already played or the ones ahead. We approach it like a final.”

-Last tournament, when we beat América, a winning streak followed. Yes, it’s an important match, but for us it’s played with the same intensity as the rest.”

-“In a Clásico there are no favorites. The intensity is different, and we don’t mind being labeled that way; we go out to win.”

-“Past results don’t matter in these matches. They will compete, and we treat it like every game: as a final. In a Clásico, there are no favorites.”

-“Milito makes us feel like we’re all one. There are no divisions between staff, coaching staff, and players. There’s a lot of communication and trust; we can approach ‘Gaby’ freely. That explains why the team looks so good.”

-“Since I was a kid, I played these types of matches, and from the youth academy you’re taught that they’re played with tremendous intensity. The week feels different.”

-“When I face them, something special wakes up inside me. I showed it in the last Clásico, and that fire to play it is still there.”

-“Although Romo hasn’t been ruled out yet, if I get to play, I picture myself bringing leadership, reinforcing the passion, and transmitting confidence from the back so the team feels secure.”

-“Whoever gets the chance to play will give everything with the commitment and intensity this match demands, which is something we’ve already been showing.”