Gustavo Álvarez unveiled at San Lorenzo: «Fans must feel represented» | OneFootball

San Lorenzo has a new head coach. Gustavo Álvarez was officially introduced: he made it clear that the goal is for “the fans to feel identified” and warned that he is “aware of the size of the institution.” His debut will be this Wednesday at 7 p.m., away against Deportivo Riestra.

“I found a squad that is very eager to move forward, a young, agile, dynamic squad, eager to achieve important things,” said the former Universidad de Chile head coach in his first press conference.

He also said that this opportunity comes to him “at a good moment” in both his career and his life. “I believe I have the maturity and ability needed to take on such a challenge,” he said.

The coach also gave some hints about the philosophy he wants to instill in El Ciclón: “Football teams are what they do, but even more what they convey. I’m talking about passion, about courage. Our main objective is that starting tomorrow, the fans feel identified with the team’s style of play. And that this style brings us closer to victory.”

In that regard, Álvarez stressed that they will not “show any kind of hesitation because of the size of the institution” they represent. And he warned: “My decision to coach this match and take the job quickly is because I believe a coach has to solve problems. If there is a crisis on the sporting side, you have to take responsibility. You have to face challenges with courage and step up.”

The head coach said he will look for “a team with character, ambition and courage.” And he concluded: “When you represent such a big club, you have to pursue success all the time.”

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