Pimienta: "The team is at its peak level; all of this is achieved through hard work and belief."
The yellow coach pointed out that the match against Cádiz "will require a lot of work and patience. It's a very important encounter; if we secure the victory, it will be a significant step towards our goal."
García Pimienta appeared on Friday at the press conference at Ciudad Deportiva, starting with words about Jonathan Viera: "Yesterday, the club announced that Jonathan's commitment to UD Las Palmas has ended, and I would like to thank him for everything he has contributed to football in general and specifically to UD. Many people tell me that he's probably the best player they've seen in this club in the 21st century, so he will be part of history." "I also want to thank him personally for how he helped me, especially when I arrived at the club. He never stopped believing in our way of working," he added.
Regarding the next match, "Cádiz is a rival in a difficult situation but with highly experienced players. They are a united team, clear about how to compete. It's a very important match; if we win, it will be a significant step towards our goal." He added, "It will be a match requiring a lot of patience; it's also crucial that nobody gets nervous and that the fans support us."
Here are some of his statements:
"I'm happy with the draw for the Cup; a derby is always a very special match for the fans and clubs. There's a long way to go, many things can happen, and we'll see in what situation we arrive, but we'll approach it with the enthusiasm of progressing through the round."
"Initially, we're not expecting any departures, but we haven't discussed it. There might be injuries or any problem, so we need to be attentive to any opportunity, but the idea is to maintain the group we have."
"I envision a match where Las Palmas holds the ball to control it wisely. Possession never guarantees winning games. It'll be a match requiring a lot of work and patience."
"Las Palmas is at its peak level; all of this is achieved through a lot of hard work and belief. The players feel comfortable with the style of play and competition."
Sunday's match could be considered a trap. They have a lot at stake, and if we win, it's a significant step towards our goal. We're in good form, playing at home, and we have to seize these moments."
