Berti prioritizes the Copa Argentina: "It's the most important match in the club's history"
The coach of Independiente Rivadavia addressed the defeat against Aldosivi, with an alternative team, and highlighted the historical magnitude of the final that his team will play on Wednesday in Córdoba against Argentinos Juniors.
Independiente Rivadavia coach Alfredo Berti analyzed his team's 3-1 defeat against Aldosivi of Mar del Plata, in the 14th round of the Clausura tournament of the Professional League , making it clear that the main focus was on the final of the Argentine Cup , which will be played on Wednesday against Argentinos Juniors, in the city of Córdoba .
“Without a doubt, this is the most important match in the club's history and, for me, the most valuable one I will manage in my career,” said the Rosario-born coach during the press conference, emphasizing the historical significance of the final for the blue institution.
When asked about the strategy of fielding a reserve team against Aldosivi, Berti explained : “Yes, with the possibility of the final, we played today with players who haven't been regular starters. It was an even match; Aldosivi capitalized on their chances, and we created several opportunities, but we couldn't convert them. Today was an uncomfortable match because on Wednesday we have something unique for the club at stake. These are advantages that, in Argentine football, you can't afford to have,” the manager stated.
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Gentleness.
When asked about facing a former club, the coach recalled: “Mar del Plata is a beautiful city, I have many friends there and very fond memories. We came with the intention of playing a good match, but rotating the team so much cost us more than expected.”
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Independiente Rivadavia
Gentleness.
Regarding the significance of the final, Berti was emphatic: “It’s the most important match in the club’s history. As I told the lads, we have to turn the page and focus on Wednesday. It’s only a few days, but this final, a few years ago, would have been unthinkable for the club. We have a small squad, and by concentrating on the Copa Argentina, we neglected the league a bit, and that’s the reality. When you have a small squad and you’re competing in two competitions, these things happen. From the very beginning, we focused on this Cup and managed to overcome significant obstacles. Yes, it’s the most important match of my coaching career and for the club.”
With their sights set on the final, Independiente Rivadavia is preparing for a match that could mark a historic milestone for the Azul institution.
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