”The relegation battle for us revolves around El Alcoraz; it is where we have to make ourselves strong. To do so, we need the support of our home crowd.” Antonio Hidalgo supports the message conveyed by his players this week. Aware that there is a lot of work ahead, he values the effort and commitment of his men, asking them to “keep the same feeling of need.” “We still have the same urgency; the situation is circumstantial. It is true that it has been a step forward, but there is still much work to be done," said the coach before Eibar’s visit to Huesca.
In this match, he hopes to maintain the positive feelings from the recent home games. “A top opponent is coming, with a lot of potential, and they will give us little initiative. We need to be mentally prepared to endure and continue understanding the situation of maximum need. Eibar is a team that press really hard, they frequently steal the ball in the opposition’s field, and they have players who make the difference. They are doing things well and are in good form. We must be prepared to read the game and its moments.”
With the advantage of playing at home, Hidalgo is confident that the fans will be well behind them. "We all have to understand the situation; something incredible has been achieved in a city like Huesca, and that has to be appreciated. From there, we need to encourage a sense of belonging. I think people are connected with the team and know well that we need them.”
