Boca's technical director, Fernando Gago, expressed his disappointment after the team's elimination from the Copa Libertadores against Alianza Lima from Peru. In the post-match press conference, Gago pointed out that the blow was hard because he believed Boca deserved to win.
For Gago, the elimination was a painful situation, but he emphasized the importance of moving forward and continuing to fight for the club's objectives. He highlighted that the team had opportunities to increase the score and that the defeat generated sadness in everyone due to the hope they had.
The match was decided by penalties after Boca managed to prevail at home in the ninety minutes. Gago praised the team's performance and mentioned that they will work to correct mistakes and continue competing in the tournament and in the Club World Cup.
Despite the disappointment, Gago appeared determined to remain at the helm of the team and take responsibility. He emphasized that it is important to analyze what happened and learn from the experience to improve in the future. He acknowledged the pain of the players and fans and reaffirmed his commitment to the team and the set objectives.
Regarding the decision to change the goalkeeper during the match, Gago explained that it was a planned measure and that he trusts his team's ability to overcome this difficult stage. He stressed the importance of self-criticism and responsibility in football, and underscored the need to move forward despite adversities.
