Tarragona focused: “We’re a committed team and want to keep improving” | OneFootball

Unión closed the regular phase with a draw against Belgrano that leaves them well-positioned for the playoffs, and one of the voices that spoke after the match was Cristian Tarragona. The forward, key in the decisive moments of the Clausura, avoided looking back and made clear his commitment to the red and white jersey.

“No, that's in the past. I enjoyed my time with Talleres, but today I am wearing Unión's jersey and playing for this institution,” he responded, cutting off any attempt to steer the conversation to his past. Tarragona chose to focus on the collective present and what lies ahead.

The attacker highlighted the team's evolution throughout the tournament: “The feeling is that we closed a good regular tournament and finished second, unlike the Apertura. I'm not going to talk about the last tournament because I didn't play it, but I think we had a great tournament, showing solidity in most of the matches. We went from less to more, and that's why we ended up where we are today.”

He also valued the internal confidence: “We believe that the players trust us, and we trust them. We are a team eager to keep growing, and it will be demonstrated on the field.”

Asked about his personal present, in a week where he was in the spotlight for non-football-related issues, Tarragona chose to respond from a sporting perspective: “I train all week to be able to play on the weekend. Then the decision is up to the coaching staff. If I get to play, I will try to do my best, and if not, I will support my teammates.”

Additionally, he backed the message from coach Leonardo Madelón, who had highlighted his dedication: “Yes, obviously I give everything. Whether I start or come in from the bench, I try to give my all. I hold on to that.”

In closing, he shared a thought about the group and the immediate horizon in the Mata-Mata: “We are a solid team, with a lot of camaraderie and dedication. That was evident throughout the tournament. Now we are going to prepare for the next match.”

Unión is focused on what will be their most important challenge of the year. And Tarragona, without looking back, aligns with the common goal: to compete, grow, and fight in the playoffs.

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