By Jorge Hernandez
The Mexican midfielder Orbelin Pineda raised his voice prior to one of the most important games of the season in the Conference League. The player of AEK Athens He made it clear that his team will not travel to Spain as a spectator, but with the firm intention of competing at the highest level against the Rayo Vallecano.
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In the run-up to the first leg of the closing quarterfinals, Orbelin Pineda He recognized the difficulty of the rival, but also made clear the ambition of the Greek team on Spanish territory.
“We have the opportunity to continue transcending, to continue in the best way, and although no team is easy, we all aspire to reach as high as possible. HThere is a great rival in front of us but we have come to put on a show. We will try to do our best because we aspire to do great things,” said Pineda, at a press conference.
He AEK Athenscurrent leader of the Greek Super League, comes with confidence to this key commitment, seeking to make a statement in the continental tournament.
“We are not coming to visit”: the clear message from Orbelín Pineda
The Mexican was forceful when talking about the mentality with which they will face the Rayo Vallecano at the Vallecas Stadium, highlighting that his team will seek to impose conditions.
“We know that tomorrow will not be easy but We are not going to be visiting. We want to put on a show and we know that the most important thing is to try to make as few mistakes as possible,” commented the Mexican midfielder.
These statements reinforce the competitive nature of the Greek team, which aims to surprise in a tie that looks even.
AEK Athens trusts its squad and international figures
In addition to the prominence of Orbelin Pinedahe AEK Athens It has players with international experience who can make a difference in the series.
“Every player whose turn it is to play counts. Obviously we have quality players like Luka Jovic or Roberto Pereyra who, due to their experience in reaching the top, are going to help us a lot to put on a good show,” he concluded.
With figures like Luka Jovic, former Right Madrid player, the Greek team will seek to take advantage of their offensive talent to complicate the Spanish team.
Key to the match: spectacle, ambition and minimal margin for error
The confrontation between Rayo Vallecano and AEK Athens promises to be one of the most attractive of the closing quarters of the Conference Leaguewith two teams looking to take the next step towards the title.
For Orbelin Pinedathe key will be to maintain concentration and take advantage of every opportunity, in a duel where the margin for error will be minimal.
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