Midfielder Riki Rodríguez expressed his frustration after Deportivo de La Coruña's 2-2 draw with Levante UD, a result that left the team without the three points they expected in their home match. “We are annoyed because we know that at home in these types of games we have to add three,” declared the player, underlining the importance of taking advantage of the advantage on one's own field.
The match, which was played at the Riazor Stadium, was a very close duel. Deportivo managed to take the lead in the second half, but Levante managed to come back in the final minutes, reducing the difference and securing the tie. Riki recalled that, despite having won possession and having adjusted several plays with and without the ball, “we couldn't close it out.” For the midfielder, “a point is a point because we know it will be a long year, but it hurts to be tied after taking the lead.”
The player also highlighted the performance of his teammate Yeremay Hernández, who showed “that spark” that the team needs to continue competing. "We all know that he is a very important player for us, for the club and for the city. I think seeing him with that spark is a joy for everyone," commented Riki, recognizing Hernández's influence on the team's dynamics.
The result leaves Deportivo in a middle position in the table, where every point counts in the fight to avoid the relegation zone. The club's coach, who is not mentioned in the article, will probably have to review defensive strategies in the final minutes, since the tie came after a comeback by Levante.
With the season still underway, Deportivo will have to capitalize on the upcoming home games to recover the lost points. The team's next match is presented as an opportunity to show that they can live up to the expectation of scoring three points in their domestic matches, as Riki pointed out.