Maravilla Martínez's blunt self-criticism after defeat in Brazil | OneFootball

La Academia lost 2-1 to Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro and is now in a very difficult spot to advance to the next round. Despite scoring the temporary equalizer, Adrián “Maravilla” Martínez was the star of an unexpected self-criticism that hit hard in the locker room.

“There are no words, we just can’t win. Things are getting really complicated for us,” the striker began, visibly shaken by the result. But what surprised people most was when he took responsibility for the situation: “I think maybe one of the problems is me. We strikers aren’t scoring, and matches are won with goals.” A striking statement, considering Martínez has been the one pushing the hardest, but it reflects the mood surrounding Gustavo Costas’ team.

The truth is that, beyond what Maravilla may say, the match in Brazil is explained by their own mistakes. An own goal by Di Césare and a weak response from Facundo Cambeses, who was also sent off near the end, ended up sealing the outcome. Racing can no longer aim for first place and is now praying for other results to try to qualify in second.

The squad is returning to Buenos Aires to start thinking about the quarterfinals of the local tournament.

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