Robert de Pauw said it was the first match his players played as they are in full preparation for the new season
Mexico.- The 1-0 defeat against América women's team took a backseat for Bayer Leverkusen coach Robert de Pauw. He said it was a very special match to play in a historic venue like the Estadio Azteca and emphasized that "we had never played against 20 thousand people before."
Robert de Pauw added that it was the first match his players played as they are in full preparation for the new season.
"It is an honor to have played here and also an honor to have been invited by América for this match. The people have been very generous to us," and regarding women's soccer practiced in Mexico, he was clear: "The Liga MX is very strong and I believe that over time we will see more progress. I take this opportunity to congratulate América on their victory."
On the other hand, América coach, Spanish Ángel Villacampa, regretted the injury of player Naomi Muñoz, who had come on as a substitute and left soon after due to an injury, although she provided the assist for the winning goal this afternoon.
Ángel Villacampa stated that Naomi Muñoz wanted to keep playing, but it was better for her to leave the match and receive medical attention, as health comes first. On the other hand, he mentioned that just because goalkeeper Itzel González, a national team player, started today, doesn't mean she will be the starter for América, the same goes for the other national team players. He made it clear that those in the best condition will play. "We want there to be internal competition. That is why Katy Martínez 'Kiler' stayed on the bench today, as she reported muscle discomfort," said Ángel Villacampa.
For América, the idea is for them to be protagonists and represent the institution as best as possible. "Today, beyond the result, we saw very interesting things."