In a press conference prior to the match against Athletic Club, Corberán sought to clarify with data the information that, in his opinion, does not align with reality. He explained that, since the match against Real Sociedad, players have had two days off in the last twenty days, and four in the last thirty-one days, a schedule that is not random but agreed upon with the technical staff and based on the team's workload.
“"I don't believe we have rested too much, but not based on facts. We always plan according to the calendar, we see which matchday we are going to play and then what's next. Starting from the Real Sociedad match, in the last twenty days, players will have rested two days."
The coach referred to specific cases during the season, such as the matches against Celta and Girona, where the team arrived with ten consecutive days of play and lost. He stressed that there is no direct correlation between days off and results, and that mental decompression is key for player performance. He insisted that the intensity of training sessions is appropriate and that rest is necessary for physical and mental recovery.
Regarding the team's current league position, Corberán stated that the position is temporary and that he has a mature and aware group that understands the need to accumulate points to definitively move away from relegation. He highlighted the importance of impetus in matches, but also the ability to impose tactical advantages. Finally, he noted a significant improvement in the team's goal-scoring in the second half of the season, generating more 'expected goals', although they do not always materialize into actual goals.
