Brahian Cuello: «We changed our mindset and started to grow» | OneFootball

After the big win over Instituto, Brahian Cuello analyzed Unión’s current form, highlighted the confidence LeonardoMadelón gives him to move across the entire attacking front, and stressed the importance of staying in the fight near the top. The midfielder said the squad has raised its collective level and is looking to strengthen its home form in front of the Santa Fe crowd.

Versatility and a gamble that paid off

The Tucumán-born footballer explained that the coaching staff gives him total freedom to play on either side of the pitch. In fact, he revealed that before kickoff he had a conversation with the coach to define his position on the field, a decision that would end up being key to the course of the match.

“Leo gives us the chance to do it on both sides. I asked him where he wanted me to start and he told me to go on the right. Thank God, that’s where the play came from,” he said.

Along those same lines, the midfielder praised the attacking power Tatengue has been showing and how crucial it is to have strikers on a scoring run, although he prioritized the team’s benefit over individual performances.

A winning mentality to compete on all fronts

For Cuello, the three points earned at the 15 de Abril Stadium represent a leap in quality for the team’s ambitions, both to stay in the leading positions of the tournament and in the overall standings.

“We wanted to get into the top eight, close the gap to the leader, and in the overall table it’s important to keep adding points. We have to make ourselves strong at home, with our people,” he said.

Finally, the red-and-white player emphasized the group’s footballing growth and their full support for the coach’s tactical idea. He also reassured everyone after being substituted due to a physical issue and said he was happy for Misael Aguirre’s goal, as he came on in his place.

“We changed our mindset and managed to start growing and raising everyone’s level. We back Leo on the pitch. It’s step by step and we have to arrive with a chance. My calves cramped up, but my teammate came on and scored, so I’m happy,”

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