Muniain: “It has all it takes to be a great derby”
Muniain: “It has all it takes to be a great derby”
Red-and-white captain hopes to continue their home winning streak against Alavés on Sunday: “We would like to keep this momentum going.”
An open training session has taken place 48 hours before the derby against Deportivo Alavés, which will be held at 6.30 p.m. on Sunday. Iker Muniain, in his appearance before the press, has analyzed their opening to the season: “I think we’ve had a great start,” stressed Muniain. “We must value the effort we are putting in. We have won all home matches and we’ve faced complicated rivals when playing away.”
Number 10 player aims to keep the streak at home going: “We feel at ease at San Mamés and we would like to keep this momentum going on Sunday. Our fans have always supported us in bad times and now, with these latest results, their support is even stronger. This derby will be special and has all it takes to be a great match.”
As for their opponent on Sunday, Deportivo Alavés, Muniain said: “They are a tough team with a very solid defensive line. They possess strong identity marks and a successful direct play. I think we will have to hold the ball to try to get past them and create the same opportunities we’ve had so far at home.”