ANALYSIS: Coach Borja Jiménez recently said in a press conference: “We have advanced to the next round and we are now focused on Atlético this Saturday.” His remarks expressed confidence, but the reality was even starker as his team achieved what no one else had managed in the last 16 games: demonstrating that Football is all about winning. Many had dismissed Leganés as ‘worthless’, yet they proved otherwise, inflicting a remarkable double blow on Almería and Atlético Madrid, who were on a good run in LaLiga. Although Leganés does not have a star-studded squad, they have been able to use their resources effectively, leaving notable talents on the bench to be released at the most critical time. History will remember Leganés for having interrupted two significant series in a row, against clubs of higher market value. So, yes, Leganés ultimately has its value.
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The team that eliminated Almería did so quietly, showing deep respect and fierce competition. Leganés are a club loved by many, and despite the fact that some underestimate their quality and performances in LaLiga, they have now proven themselves as a formidable team capable of stopping the momentum of two teams on the rise. Showcasing humility and determination, Leganés truly has the power to make headlines.
What Leganés accomplished at the Mediterranean stadium deserves recognition, as they took on Almería, taking calculated risks knowing that Rubi’s team could exploit any transition. Taking advantage of the VAR’s decisions, they remained faithful to their game plan, determined to advance, orchestrated by the skillful management of the meeting by Borja Jiménez. Substitutions were made at critical moments to inflict a decisive blow on Almería, effectively ending their fine run. Jiménez characterized the task well, achieving the goal of not only progressing but also disrupting Almería’s series. In knockout tournaments, the goal is to win, and the strategy worked perfectly; Leganés saved their best players for LaLiga while securing a top-eight finish in the Copa del Rey. While not a dazzling team on the pitch, they have enormous experience and game management skills that will be valuable to them at the highest level.
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As Atlético prepared to visit Butarque, they were no doubt aware of Almería’s fall. Coach Simeone probably warned his players, but it often happens that the strongest team underestimates the competition, especially against a team buoyed by recent victories. The idea of defeating Atlético was on Borja Jiménez’s mind from the moment Almería was eliminated, and he was able to transform this motivation to inspire his players, becoming the center of all attention in the Primera División after having overcome Atlético Madrid and putting an end to their good series. This feat deserves special attention and serves as an example against the idea of calling this team “worthless”. Rubi’s Almería and Simeone’s Atlético both learned that lesson this week.
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