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SÁNCHEZ FLORES: "WE ARE GOING TO WORK HARD TO MAKE SURE THAT WE IMPROVE IN EVERY DEPARTMENT"

20/12/2023
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Our new head coach was delighted with the team's performance in his first match
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Reserved but very happy. That is how Quique Sánchez Flores was in his first post-match interview, after a comprehensive 3-0 victory away at Granada. "We came here to give it our all and start the process of improving the current situation. The players are all good players; this is not the first time that things have gone badly for a big club. There are many players out with injuries and it's very easy to find yourself in bad form. But we are going to change this and, with a little bit of luck, get the results that the fans so desperately need."

"It was very important not only to win today, but also to keep a clean sheet. Mentally it changes the whole perspective of the game when you return to the changing room without having conceded a goal. It gives you the instant confirmation that no mistakes were made at the back - something that is so important for a player's confidence moving forward. We scored at important times today and I was really impressed with the buildup play. We played in the right areas, creating plenty of chances."

"The players are in a very good mood, but very tired. It has been a hectic few days, for now they will want to rest. I honestly can't remember many days quite as busy as the past few, but from every moment there's something to learn. This is a really important victory and we will use this to build upon. We are going to work hard to make sure that we improve in every department."

Finally, he discussed Manu Bueno's dismissal, stating that "other than winning the game, the most important result from tonight is that Manu stayed on the pitch. He was very upset in the moment, but I'm very glad that VAR overturned the decision."