“I understand the anxiety”: Colón boss on growing impatience in the stands | OneFootball

On the eve of another decisive matchday, Ezequiel Medrán spoke on LT9 about the strategic importance of playing at home and the emotional impact of the “Elephants’ Graveyard.” For the head coach, the atmosphere in Santa Fe is a factor that cannot be ignored, highlighting that playing with the support of Colón’s fans “is beautiful” because of the unique setting the division provides.

The demands of the stands

The coach acknowledged that the atmosphere surrounding the pitch is one of the most intense in Argentine football. In his view, the pressure from the stands is a driving force that pushes players to give an extra physical and mental effort in every play: “Colón’s stadium pushes you to the limit. The people transmit an incredible passion, they demand the maximum,” Medrán explained about the atmosphere in every home match.

Managing emotions

However, the coaching staff knows that such popular fervor can become a double-edged sword if the team fails to detach itself in critical moments. The challenge, according to the coach, lies in the squad’s emotional intelligence to process the murmur from the stands when the goal does not come: “We have to learn to live with that demand so we don’t fall into anxiety.” For the tactician, achieving that balance is vital so that the support becomes a competitive advantage and not a factor of tactical disorder.

A message for the fans

Finally, Medrán showed empathy for the feelings of the red-and-black supporters and the urgency to get results that secure the goal of promotion. When asked about the atmosphere of impatience that sometimes surrounds the club, he was direct: “I understand the anxiety,” he admitted sincerely. Nevertheless, he stressed that the team must take refuge in its internal discipline so as not to lose its way: “Our calm lies in work, dedication, and daily commitment.”

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