Malcorra warns: Unión are flying ahead of Tatengue clash | OneFootball

In a conversation with Radio Continental, Independiente midfielder Ignacio Malcorra analyzed the team’s current situation and expressed optimism about the start of the championship. The player appreciated the group’s adaptation and the importance of achieving positive results to consolidate the team’s style of play, stating that “personally, I feel good and we’re also getting to know each other with the guys. The team is taking shape, so I think we’re doing well both as a group and individually.”

The player highlighted the value of the victory against Central Córdoba after the matches in Mendoza, explaining that “we needed to win at home. We were frustrated because with Independiente we felt we had the game under control, and in two counterattacks they scored two goals.” Malcorra also recalled the match against Gimnasia, where the team picked up points but faced an opponent that made things difficult, admitting that “we were a bit surprised by how aggressively they pressed the whole time, but in the end we managed to adjust, although we lacked that final touch.”

Tactical Role Change and the Parity of Argentine Football

Additionally, the midfielder spoke about his position within the team and the tactical difference compared to his role at Rosario Central, detailing that “at Central I played more behind the number nine or even as part of a double pivot with an outlet. Here, the idea is a 4-3-3, playing more with three in attack, and I’m positioned a bit more to the left.” Despite the difficulty of the Argentine championship, Malcorra expressed confidence in the squad’s abilities, assuring that “I think we have a very good squad and a very good team. Plus, we have a coach who has already been a champion, so we’re in a good place. Still, Argentine football is very even: you can’t trust anyone and anyone can become champion.” Along the same lines, he stated that “the last champions have shown it. Estudiantes made it to the knockout rounds thanks to results in the final matches and ended up as champions. It’s essential to maintain consistency and strengthen an idea. In this tournament, anyone can win.”

The Obligation of Independiente and the Clash Against Madelón’s Unión

On the other hand, he explained that “Independiente, because of how big it is, is obliged to win or compete until the end, we already have that obligation, our goal is to become champions, we’re pursuing that, and this is just getting started.” To conclude, he looked ahead to the next match against Unión and highlighted the strengths of the Santa Fe team led by Leonardo Madelón, commenting that “Unión is in a great moment and plays very well. They’re a team that lines up 4-4-2, they’re well organized and quick on the counterattack. We’ve been analyzing them throughout the week.” He also expressed confidence in the team’s abilities for the match, concluding that “I believe we have the players and the ability to break through that strong defensive line they have, although we’ll also have to be very alert to their counterattacks.”

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