The attacker Gonzalo Mastriani He praised the work style of coach Martin Varini, but asked for time to adapt. The centreavante returned to Hurricane last week after period in the medical department and entered the field in the matches against Cerro Porteño and RB Bragantino. Still without the ideal rhythm, he began in the reserve bank and entered during the second half in both games.
"I personally love this positional game. I think, by my character, I'm benefited. We come with a lot of people in the area. The socks are in good condition to give this final pass. But it's not a simple thing, it doesn't happen overnight, we have to work it out. There was a change in the game idea and we have to make this adaptation," said Athletico's attacker, after the match against Bragantino.
Mastriani reinforced that he expects an evolution of the Athletic but with Varini, but pointed out that during this process it is necessary to win games. "Varini will give us more weapons in time, in the course of work, so we can find better goal situations. We believe in this style, but we don't have that much time, so it's fundamental that we keep growing and evolving with victories," he added.
Return to Athletic
With muscle pain, Mastriani failed Athletico for five games. Still, the striker is the team's goalkeeper in the season, with 13 goals scored in 29 matches. However, he lives a period of drought and has not shaken the nets since the departure against the Botafogo, on June 19, by Brasileirão. The Uruguayan commented on this moment of recovery and ensured that he was focused to regain the best form.
"We want to play and be ready. Unfortunately, I had this little muscle injury. About 20 days ago, I lost five games. Gradually, I will regain the rhythm, with greed, the desire to be a part and resume the phase that was good. I want to help the team. Unfortunately against Bragantino did not come out the goal, but we will continue working to happen soon ", concluded.
The next game of Athletico is against Cerro Porteño, this Thursday (25), at 9:30 p.m., at Ligga Arena, by the return of the playoff of the South American Cup.
