Buenos Aires, November 25 (NA) – Coach Gustavo Costas, with his usual joy after every victory, stated that his players 'risk it all' after Racing's 3-2 win over River, which secured their spot in the Clausura Tournament quarterfinals. According to the Argentine News Agency, the coach was impressed that his players 'won with heart and soul' and was certain that 'the victory is entirely theirs.' With this dramatic victory over 'The Millionaire,' Racing advanced to the Clausura quarterfinals, where they will face the winner between Lanús and Tigre. With the joy typical of such an important and unforgettable victory as the one against Marcelo Gallardo's team, Costas thanked his players and acknowledged: 'We may play well or poorly, but these guys risk it all.' His usual gratitude was justified by the sacrifices he said his players had to make. He particularly praised defender Santiago Sosa, an icon of this Racing team who had to play with a protective mask due to a jaw fracture, saying 'ten statues should be made for him.' The coach also commended defender Gastón Martirena and midfielders Juan Nardoni and Duván Vergara for playing through injuries. Finally, the historic coach from Avellaneda admitted, 'I thought they would beat us with their jersey, but these kids turned the story around,' and concluded by stating they will 'go for the championship.'
