Gerard Encuentra began the press conference by congratulating the team for a "very important" victory, despite having arrived at the game with "just enough strength" and "many injured players". He recalled that San Pablo Burgos was in good form, which was especially noticeable in the first half, where the Lleida team was "always one point behind them" and struggled to read the rival defense.
The turning point came after the break, when the team opted for a zone defense that "gave the game a different feel" and slightly paralyzed the opponent. The coach stressed that the match was decided in a final stretch of maximum tension, where the Barris Nord pavilion played a crucial role.
“"It was a game of errors, of hurdles, of suffering, suffering and suffering, and thanks to the push from the crowd in the final moments we were able to turn the score around."
Regarding his expulsion, Encuentra was emphatic, pointing out that they were being called for "minor fouls" at the slightest contact, while the rivals "spent the game fouling with their hands". He closed the appearance by highlighting the collective effort, stating that "the legs no longer respond, but the heart still wanted to", and contextualized the triumph: "We have eight victories in the first round. That's very good for the club we are. We are not super consolidated in the category."
Before the ball was put into play on January 25, a minute of silence was held for the victims of the recent railway accidents in Adamuz (Córdoba) and Gelida. Furthermore, many fans participated in a solidarity initiative by the club to collect sports clothing, footwear, and accessories.
