“It was a sensational match. These are tricky games where, if you get off to a difficult start and concede a few goals, the match can take a different turn. But we started the game brilliantly. We pressed very well, won the ball back and scored three goals. I’m very pleased with the match I saw. As always with our supporters, we felt right at home.
We’re doing better than in recent years; everyone knows how the last few seasons ended, despite some tougher results at the start. We need to make the most of this match, strive to improve and show everyone that we really are a team capable of overcoming problems. We must stay focused, as always.”
“First of all, I’d like to offer my condolences to Jesús de Miguel’s family and loved ones. This victory is dedicated to him, as well as to all the victims of the train crash in Spain during these very difficult times. I’d like to send my full support to the country. We played very well today. We started the match by scoring four goals – that made all the difference. After that, we played a bit more calmly. Villarreal are a top-class side; we played very well and we’re delighted with this victory.
It’s not often you see Fabian score a brace, but today I did, and I’m very happy about that – but above all, I’m delighted with the victory and the three points! Away from home, it’s always difficult, but we played very well. I’m also pleased with my two goals and with being named Man of the Match, because it’s the first time I’ve won it. We need to keep it up.”
“As soon as Luis Enrique told me to get warmed up, I got into the zone. Then he told me I was coming on, and I told him I’d do what I always do, just like I do with the youth team: not get stressed, just play my football. And it paid off because I got the ball from João Neves, moved in front of goal, took a shot and saw it go in. It was incredible! All of this is the result of my hard work over so many years, ever since I was a little boy. I’ve always kept working, harder and harder, and I think it has paid off. Now I need to keep going; I’ve still got room for improvement. I’m really happy and I’m going to enjoy it tonight and tomorrow.
Scoring is incredible, but making my Champions League debut in a match like that was an incredible feeling! I’d like to thank everyone, starting with the coach who put his faith in me, and all the staff who’ve been helping me from the start, ever since I joined the first team last year. I’m absolutely delighted!”
“Our start to the season, especially in the Champions League, has been perfect. There’s nothing more to say – every player is fully committed, and you can see that on the pitch. Everyone is giving their all, and I think that’s the reward for all the players’ hard work. We’ve also seen the academy lads come on and make a difference. Congratulations to David! It’s a pleasure to play for this team, alongside these players. But we’re only halfway there, and it’s up to us to keep it up, because as things stand, we haven’t qualified yet.”
