3-1-1-3-1. It is not programming code. Neither does Morse. These figures are the language spoken by Manolo González’s Espanyol, who has not lost since his arrival, in total there are already nine games, and which adds victories after draws and draws after victories to complete the so-called English average, two points on average per game . In addition to adding points, scoring in this way has meant that the team does not lose, which fills the team’s confidence tanks for the decisive part of the championship.
As the hours went by, the draw achieved in Butarque against Leganés has begun to be valued appropriately. The direct rivals (Eibar and Valladolid) have not failed, but the point means remaining on the same step as them after passing a test as tough as the leader’s field.
After the match the feelings were partly indignation with the referee and frustration at not being able to take advantage of the great match played to get the three points. But the English average is always positive. And it is also because Manolo González’s team, which will not be against Andorra next week, does not want to grow in terms of football, even when it does not have players as important as Puado or Aguado.
Espanyol is now third with 58 points, the same as Eibar and Valladolid. They form the trio that chases Leganés. “We are well positioned and the team is full of confidence,” said Uruguayan center back Leandro Cabrera in statements to the club’s media. The Butarque clash was a good measuring stick to gauge the parakeet’s level ahead of the final arreón. Cabrera recalled that they were able to “put the leader into their goal.” And it was Pere Milla who insisted on the importance of “making a good point at home”, next Sunday against Andorra. A victory would maintain the current English average.
The upcoming weeks’ schedule pits Espanyol against Andorra at the Stage Front Stadium. Afterwards, the matches alternate between away and home: Elche, Sporting de Gijón, Valladolid, Oviedo, Amorebieta and Cartagena. Many direct rivals and others who are risking salvation. Nothing easy to achieve the objective, which remains intact.
