Diego González, former Boca Juniors player, criticized head coach Jorge Almirón and shared his opinion on the team's participation in the 2023 Copa Libertadores. In his statements, González emphasized the importance of providing tranquility to players so they can enjoy unique moments on the field.
In particular, González focused on Boca's defeat against Fluminense in the final stage of the tournament, arguing that with a different coach they could have achieved victory. According to him, a different approach and a different way of tackling the week could have changed the outcome in favor of the club.
The former footballer mentioned that he felt like a coach when he realized he wouldn't be playing, and he criticized Almirón's management during the tournament. While he acknowledged the good moments experienced, González stated that with another head coach, Boca could have given more joy to its fans in the South American competition.
In his words, Diego González highlighted the importance of maintaining calm and avoiding turmoil within the team to face challenges more effectively. He believes that the way the week leading up to a match is experienced influences the team's performance and the results obtained on the field.
