Santa Fe, Argentina — On Saturday, Talleres de Remedios de Escalada faces a crucial match against Unión, a game that could define their season. With both teams struggling for form, the pressure is on for a win to boost their chances of securing a playoff spot.
Talking to the media, Talleres’ midfielder highlighted the recent signing of Brian, stating, “E be important addition for us because of wetin him go bring to our game.” The midfielder expressed confidence that Brian’s arrival will help the team overcome their goal-scoring challenges.
“We don dey struggle to score goals, and adding Brian fit make sense, as him fit dey the support wey we need. We don notice say e get the talent to fit help us,” he added. Brian has been training with the team for three weeks now after a long break due to injuries, focusing on regaining his fitness.
The team aims to capitalize on Unión’s recent struggles, with the midfielder acknowledging, “Na strong club we dey face, and e dey surprising say dem dey suffer this season. Fans go dey vex, but we go use dat pressure to push ourselves. We go play our game and no let dem throw us off balance.”
Reflecting on his time at Unión, the player shared, “I spent half of my career for that club, and it means a lot to me. I feel connected to the people because my family dey around that area.” As a parent to a Santa Fe native, he sees the match as both a professional challenge and a personal moment.
He expressed hope that past teammates returning to Unión could bolster morale, stating, “Seeing my old friends come back gives me joy. We made history when we qualified for the Sudamericana, and I still yearn to return if the opportunity arises.” However, he admitted that age and the club’s direction might complicate such a move.
As the team prepares, there’s increased focus on psychological readiness. The midfielder remarked, “The mind plays a big part in our performance. We dey work hard to boost confidence, especially after dem tough matches wey no gree we win at home.” He firmly believes that their recent attitude adjustments could yield positive results in their upcoming performances.
In conclusion, as Talleres gears up for this make-or-break game, they approach it not just with the aim to win but to honor their fans and restore their pride in the league.
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