Arnau Tenas stopped Girona from claiming three points at Montilivi on Sunday, according to diaridegirona.cat, as Mallorca secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw in La Liga. Girona manager Quique Álvarez admitted after the match that his side would have taken the victory if not for the opposing goalkeeper’s decisive performance.
The goalless stalemate marked a test for Girona against a tough and defensively strong opponent. Despite missing the victory, Álvarez expressed satisfaction with his team’s overall performance and their notable growth during the encounter.
Álvarez Praises Squad but Credits Tenas
Analyzing the match, Álvarez noted that football justice is relative, praising his squad for playing a fairly complete game against a difficult rival. Si nosaltres haguéssim estat més encertats o l’Arnau Tenas no ho hagués estat tant ens podríem haver emportat el partit,
the Girona coach stated, highlighting both his team’s lack of clinical finishing and the decisive saves made by Tenas.
Addressing Girona’s goalscoring figures, Álvarez acknowledged that while their numbers had been very good until this fixture, football can be unpredictable. He credited the Mallorca defense and their goalkeeper for their effectiveness, describing Mallorca as a great team that defends well.
Álvarez Discusses Squad Rotation and Substitutions
The Girona manager also discussed squad rotation and substitutions during the game. He pointed out that Mallorca made three changes within seven or eight minutes, giving the impression that they were a step ahead. Girona’s own substitutions were conditioned by players returning from injuries and Pyshchur returning from international duty.
Tenim plantilla sufucient perquè els canvis es notin. El partit no el guanyen els onze que inicien, sinó tot l’equip,
Álvarez emphasized, stressing that he has a good squad and that substitutions must contribute significantly. Although he admitted feeling frustrated at home about not winning due to numerous squad bajas, the manager concluded that the team responded well and showed positive signs for future growth.
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