Atlético de Madrid achieved victory against Alavés thanks to CutiRomero's goal in the 87th minute, which sealed a 2‑1 at the Estadio de la Ría. The forward, who returned to the squad after the national team break, took advantage of the interview on Movistar to reinforce the philosophy of the season: “You always have to think about more, want more,” he declared, underlining the mentality of improvement that the club has adopted since the beginning of the campaign.
During the conversation, CutiRomero emphasized the difficulty of readapting after international matches. “It is difficult to return and adjust to the schedule and the demands of the team,” he explained. Despite the pressure, the player showed his willingness to collaborate with the team, highlighting the quality of the collective performance. “We conceded a goal, something we defenders never like, but it was an unfortunate play,” he said, adding that he was not sure if it was a penalty or not. Even so, he stated that the team had delivered a great performance and that the victory was deserved.
The goal came after a play by Baena, who “shot a cross” and allowed CutiRomero to score with precision. The forward praised Baena's performance, calling it “incredible” and highlighted the good start to the season for both players. “Everyone is doing well, but we have to continue growing and improving,” he added, underscoring the need to maintain the momentum and seek more success.
Regarding the outlook for the league, CutiRomero recalled the intensity of the competition. “LaLiga is very competitive and we are prepared,” he stated. He pointed out that the Atlético squad has the ability to compete at a high level, but that the team is not satisfied with the status quo. “We are always willing to give more than 100 percent,” he said, emphasizing that complacency is not an option.
The forward concluded the interview with a look to the future, anticipating the next challenge on Tuesday. “The next game will be very tough, but we have the right mentality,” he said. With the victory over Alavés, Atlético de Madrid advances in the table with a clear stance: continue seeking excellence and not be defeated by routine.