🎙️Matarazzo and the dream: we want to repay the support by winning the cup | OneFootball

Real Sociedad are on the brink of glory, and their coach, Pellegrino Matarazzo, is not hiding the excitement surrounding this Saturday’s final. In his official press conference, the American manager highlighted the “incredible support” the txuri-urdin fans have given the team throughout the journey to La Cartuja, saying that his greatest wish is to repay that loyalty by lifting the trophy.

No fear of pressure, with the team ready

Matarazzo appeared calm ahead of the biggest challenge of his career. “I feel very good, I don’t have any problems with pressure. It’s the first time I’ve played for a title and it’s something very special,” he admitted. Although Mikel Oyarzabal has been under special care, the coach has complete faith in his captain, whom he described as an “impressive leader.” He also confirmed that Gorrotxategi has recovered physically and is a serious option for the starting eleven.

A clash of styles: Tactics vs. Energy

The match analysis points to a “very tough and intense battle” against Atlético de Madrid. Matarazzo praised Diego Simeone’s work, highlighting the clear identity the Argentine has instilled in the Colchoneros over the years. Interestingly, the Real Sociedad coach reflected on his own identity: “In Germany they knew me as a tactical coach, but in Spain I’m more of an energy-driven coach; you have to adapt.”

The key: Optimal tension and confidence

For Matarazzo, motivation in a final is intrinsic, so his work has focused on managing the dressing room’s emotions. “You have to release the tension and focus on the game plan. We must be very clear about how we want to play so the players go out with confidence and do the rest,” he concluded. Real Sociedad arrive on the back of a positive run and with the conviction that, despite the opponent’s strength, this is their moment to make history.

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

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