We’re not satisfied with what we’ve done, we want more: Gabriel Milito | OneFootball

Guadalajara delivered a commanding performance against Puebla, asserting their dominance with a resounding victory that reflects the team’s current form. With this result, the Rebaño reached important milestones in its history: a 12th consecutive match unbeaten at the Fortaleza Rojiblanca and an 11th win of the tournament, numbers that support their place at the top of the standings.

After the match, Gabriel Milito highlighted the team’s response following their last setback, the collective performance on the field, and the squad’s mindset to keep improving. He also emphasized the connection with the Nación Rojiblanca, whose support at Estadio AKRON has been a constant boost for the team.

Here are the Rojiblanco manager’s words:

Match analysis and team response

* We needed to deliver a performance like tonight’s after a tough away loss, and we were confident we would respond this way.* It was a good win because of the way we played, our mindset, and our ambition to score goals, which is ultimately what we’re aiming for. Scoring five goals nowadays is not easy; it shows the team performed very well.

On the historic milestones achieved

* Reaching this points record reflects the work the team has been doing, as well as the commitment and quality within the group. I can only congratulate the players on what they’ve achieved; they’ve earned it through their play and their behavior.

Full confidence in the squad moving forward

* We will compete with the squad we have. I trust the entire team, including players who haven’t had many minutes, because I know they will be needed and will play an important role in the playoffs. I fully trust them, regardless of who ends up staying. I have no doubts about my squad.* The win makes me very happy, first and foremost for the players, because I know the effort they put in during the week and the mindset they have to achieve their goals.

Ambition and high standards

* If a team has ambition, there is always room for improvement. The limit is set by oneself; I don’t want my players to set any limits, and neither do I.* We’re having a great tournament; although I’m very happy, I believe we can be more consistent in our performances.* I’m not satisfied with what we’ve done so far—we have to keep pushing for more.

Hormiga: a clinical striker in the box

* Hormiga is doing very well; the number of goals he has scored is very significant. He always finds scoring chances, so both the team and I continue to rely on his goals—that’s why he remains confident.* He is a clinical finisher, and wherever he plays, he will always have chances and score goals. Inside the box, he has a different kind of instinct. It’s no coincidence that the ball finds him; he has a great sense for goal.

The team comes first

* The team comes first; what matters is winning, no matter who scores the goals—that’s what we play for.* We are a team where everyone depends on each other. We enjoy victories and feel the pain of defeats together.

Connection with la Nación Rojiblanca 

* There is an incredible connection between the team and the fans. The team feels very comfortable playing at the AKRON because of the support, especially in difficult moments.* They give us a lot of energy, and that energy must be reciprocated to keep the fans engaged. The team has to create positive emotions, and that is also built through effort and results.* We must keep going; this is not over. We are on the right path, but there is still a long way to go.