Coudet Reflects on Alavés’ Defeat Against Girona

Eduardo Coudet addressed the media after the match at Montilivi, offering insights into Alavés’ defeat against Girona. The Argentine coach expressed disappointment over the team’s lackluster performance in the first half and their inability to capitalize on opportunities in the second.

In his analysis, Coudet stated, “We were not ourselves in the first half. We failed to execute what we normally do in terms of gameplay, energy, and team communication. Although we had a clear chance with Denis, we did not show our usual form. In the second half, we competed much better and pressed for a goal, but in this league, if you don’t perform well for 45 minutes, you will pay the price. We came close to equalizing, and the lesson learned is that we cannot afford to start sluggishly or waste precious minutes.”

Discussing the narrow defeats, he noted, “In the second half, we easily could have equalized. We need to be obsessed with scoring. We are a compact team that doesn’t concede many chances. Goals translate to points. The disparity between our last match and the first half today was too significant. All our losses have been by a narrow margin, and it feels like we should have secured more points. We have 15 days to improve and prepare; time and hard work will help us grow.”

On the potential for improvement, Coudet remarked, “The prevailing sentiment is that we could be accumulating more points. This illustrates that the team is competitive, performs well, and can achieve results both at home and away. We understand our style of play, regardless of the system or players used. Although coaches rarely feel at ease, maintaining this philosophy reassures me that the team is on the right track and can improve. The competition is tight, making it challenging to win two consecutive matches. We should avoid becoming overconfident in victory or too dejected in defeat and instead strive for balance while sustaining our positive feelings throughout the entire 90 minutes.”

Regarding the first half, he added, “Energy levels are noticeable. We must come out charged from the first minute. Playing at home is easier with the support of our fans and the atmosphere. While we have faced losses away, today was particularly challenging as we struggled to find our footing. Sometimes, experiencing setbacks can serve as valuable lessons for the next match.”