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Arnau Puigmal: 'We haven't won the last 4 games, but I see my team strong'
The UD Almería central midfielder gives value to the 14-game unbeaten streak and recognises: 'The reality of football is based on team dynamic and now we're having to go through a tough patch.'
UD Almería central midfielder Arnau Puigmal spoke on UDA Radio about various topics putting the main focus on the next big game against Elche CF: 'They're direct rivals who I reckon will end up fighting for promotion. Monday will be an important league fixture, just like all the remaining ones are.'
Regarding the opponents, the 24-year-old added: 'They've changed compared to the previous season, they're a creative team with the ball and play what they know, which is to attack and control the games.'
The Catalan also had words for last Matchday's match against Dépor, in which they lost 3-1: 'Obviously it hurt. I guess we weren't at our best in the first half. Even though we showed a good attitude and wanted to win, they punished us a lot on the counter-attack. We're trying to correct mistakes, preparing and looking forward to Monday.'
The player was referring to the good months that the Rojiblancos enjoyed riding high on a 14-game unbeaten streak, one of the greatest records, even for the Club: 'We've been on an incredible streak. It seemed that everything was going our way; but the reality of football is different. This sport is based on moments, on team dynamic and we're now having to go through a rough patch. I think there is no need to be alarmed either, we're aware that we haven't won the last 4 games, but I see the team strong and with attitude.'
Arnau Puigmal is playing a greater role compared to other campaigns, whether from the start or from the bench, but his presence is noticeable on the pitch: 'Every player wants to be a starter, but I'm happy. I try to contribute as much as possible, whether from the off or as a substitute,' he said.
To conclude, the BCN native expressed: 'The head coach has told us that we must go game by game. Although it sounds cliché, it's the reality of Segunda. It's a very complicated division in which you have to face your rivals in the same way regardless of your position in the table.'