Sergio García, who took over as interim coach of RCD Espanyol, enthusiastically celebrated the 1‑0 victory over Villarreal at La Cerámica, a result that marked the end of a streak of six games without winning and ensured the first team's exit from the relegation zone. The coach, who managed the club's reserve team before his appointment, described the victory as a “great day” and highlighted the importance of the players “having the ball” and trusting each other.
On the day of the match, García explained that since his arrival on Wednesday he had spoken with the players and, on Thursday, he had worked with them on specific exercises before the match. “If the players believed it, they could have done more,” he said, underlining that the fundamental premise was confidence and possession of the ball. According to him, the team had shown poor dynamics in recent games, but the new mentality had begun to bear fruit.
The former Spain U-17 coach highlighted the importance of believing in your teammates and maintaining enthusiasm despite adversity. “When there is not a good dynamic, it is believing in the team,” he commented, adding that the three-point victory was crucial for the club. García also highlighted the performance of the youth players who debuted under his command, such as Alejandro Santiago and Jan Peries, and expressed his satisfaction with the level they are contributing to the team.
At the press conference, the coach emphasized that success was not achieved by chance, but by the preparation and will of the players. “Football is very beautiful and you have to enjoy it,” he added, recognizing that the squad has a lot of potential and that trust in them is essential to continue moving forward. With the victory, Espanyol consolidates itself in the safety zone and prepares for the next matches in the hope of maintaining the positive momentum that has emerged under García's leadership.