Lisci Emphasizes Team Form and Strategy Ahead of Girona Match

Alessio Lisci, the head coach of Osasuna, commended the current form of his team, stating, “We are in a moment where the players are performing well, with the squad bolstered by Javi Galán and awaiting the return of injured players. I consider it a privilege to have options and dilemmas regarding player selection.”

Regarding these dilemmas, Lisci focused on the left-back position, where there is competition among Abel Bretones, Javi Galán, and Juan Cruz. He remarked, “I am uncertain because all three players deserve to play, as they are training well. Javi Galán, in addition to playing as a winger, can also fill this position, providing us with more options.”

When discussing Girona, the Osasuna coach noted, “They have suffered from errors during transitions and have also faced challenges with set pieces. However, they are making adjustments, thanks to a very good coach and a solid squad, as they are a club that operates efficiently.”

Lisci emphasized the importance of effectively managing pressure points and making the match uncomfortable for the opponents, which he believes is crucial for the upcoming game.

He also highlighted the significance of achieving the first away victory of the season, stating, “This is something we have been focused on since day one, as we aim to improve our away results from last year, even though it has not been going our way. It is akin to a striker who constantly thinks, ‘I can’t score,’ which leads to continued failures. We must not dwell on this aspect. We need to go to Girona to play our game and aim for a strong performance. Securing a victory depends on our continued evolution, not on fostering anxiety about away matches. In conclusion, I believe it would be a significant step forward to alleviate the mental barrier, gain three more points, surpass the 20-point threshold, and address various situations that would greatly benefit us.”