Instituto's coach, Pedro Troglio, expressed satisfaction with his team's performance despite the defeat against River. In the post-match conference, Troglio highlighted his players' commitment, emphasizing the effort made and the way they stood on the field. Although he recognized the quality of the rival team, he stated he was pleased with the attitude of Instituto's young players.
"The wear we put in made it so that the difference wasn't enormous, but the difference is there," Troglio pointed out, referring to the match that ended with a goal from Gonzalo Montiel in the final minutes. Despite not earning any points, the 59-year-old coach valued his team's commitment and attitude against a tough opponent like River Plate.
Recalling his time as a player at River, Troglio mentioned the influence of figures like Norberto "Beto" Alonso and Enzo Francescoli on his career. He emphasized the importance of having grown alongside them and took the opportunity to praise the performance of his players in such an iconic setting as the Monumental stadium.
In conclusion, despite the defeat, Pedro Troglio expressed contentment with Instituto's performance and the bravery of his young players. The coach's experience and reflection highlighted the importance of dedication and effort from the entire team beyond the results achieved on the field.
