Center back MiguelGil made his debut for Atlético Madrileño on the night of the match against Real Zaragoza, and not only did he start, but he also scored a great goal after a corner. The goal, which came at the start, gave the Madrid defense an early advantage, although the match ended in a 1-1 draw after the final minutes of fighting.
The young man, who joined the club's youth system in 2015, has been considered one of the most promising defenders on the squad. He is described as a youth player with a “red and white feeling”, capable of assuming the responsibility that comes with the high pressure and short game that the coach prefers. Gil commented that in the previous matches it was difficult for them to enter, but that in this match they managed to impose their style and come out with an initial advantage.
Despite the goal, Gil admitted that the final result was a “shame” for the team, since the tie was sealed in the final minutes. “I am happy for my debut and for starting in the starting eleven, but in the end also the bitter taste that remains after the tie in the last minutes,” said the player. His goal also allowed him to remove the “thorn” of a slip he suffered at the beginning of the match.
In the youth category, Gil was captain of the Honor Division and participated in the Youth League, demonstrating his leadership. At 18 years old, he is also part of the Spanish Under-19 team. He stands out for his positional intelligence, good technique for launching the ball and a size that allows him to dominate aerial duels.
Atlético Madrileño will continue seeking to consolidate its defense and Gil's performance will be key in the coming games. With the season progressing, the club hopes that the youngster will continue to develop and contribute more goals and defensive solidity in the upcoming matches.