Puado: I need to play a perfect game against Real Madrid, I hope Mbappe misses this game

This Saturday, Espanyol will play against Real Madrid away. Captain Puado talked about the upcoming game in an interview with "The World" .

How do you feel now after months of speculation? Is it calmer?

I have always been very calm, and I have said that no matter what happens, it is the best result for me. Eventually, staying with Espanyol, continuing to play in La Liga, being with family and friends, that's exactly what I want.

In the renewal statement, you are described as the "core player" of the club, and is this putting extra pressure on you? I don't want to see it as a kind of pressure, but feel that the club values ​​me very much. I have been here for many years and have experienced various ups and downs, including upgrades, relegations, and even participated in the European War when I first came. I also served as captain this year, hoping to help the team, do my best to make fans proud of my performance and ultimately achieve our goals.

You have been here for many years. Have you felt such a strong sense of unity between team-fans and clubs?

We started this season very well and fans have been supporting us all the time. Now everything is going well, they are more passionate, and everyone is looking forward to this season. We hope to continue to maintain this momentum and strive for a good season to satisfy everyone.

He has also received a lot of criticism in the past regarding the work of sports director Fran Galarsa. How do you evaluate his work and how your relationship is between you

I have a very good relationship with him, and my contract renewal was done with him and the club's senior management. He is a very hardworking person who always thinks about the players and the club. He also did a good job this year, bringing in familiar faces like Urco Gonzalez and Roberto Fernandez, as well as new players such as Tircisdoran, who have helped us a lot. Overall, I think he did a very good job.

Except for two or three players, most new players join the team in the preseason, which is very important to the team. During the preseason, the coach can start implementing his tactical arrangements, which is something that cannot be done in daily training. For example, this week we have to play three games in six days and have no time to conduct tactical drills. It will be very helpful for performance at the beginning of the season if the player can adapt to the coach's requirements before the season begins. Otherwise, it will take some time for new players to adapt, and the league and other teams will not wait for them.

Which new player left the deepest impression on you

Tirshisdoran has the most playing time at present, but Dmitrovic has also helped us a lot. All the new players are trying to adapt and perform well. Of course, it is up to the coach to end who plays, but so far, Tirhisdoran has performed very well and we are all happy about it.

How to view Real Madrid led by new coach Alonso, their performance in the Club World Cup is not ideal, but they are in good shape now and have just won the Champions League. This is a tough opponent with world-class players. But we believe we have the ability to beat them, and we beat them at home last year, so we have the confidence to do it again.

How to beat Real Madrid

We need to play perfect games, defend firmly, and seize limited opportunities. If they are not in their best condition, we have a chance.

If you can choose to let a Real Madrid player miss tomorrow's game, who will you choose?

Mbappe, who has been in a hot state recently and has scored a lot of goals. Although I like watching him play, it would be better for us if he is not on the court.

If you can sign a Real Madrid player but don't take your position, who will you choose?

Mbappe I won't sign because he will leave me without a ball to play (laughs). I think Carreras is a good choice, he is very good at full-back position.

will be awarded the Golden Globe Award on Monday, who do you think should win the award

Yamar has performed very well in the past year, but he may not be the only option. I think Dembele might win the award, but Yamal is fully qualified for that honor.

source:ti so 7m cn