Mendes: “The win was important, but I’m very happy with the way it happened”

The Spanish coach Miguel Mendezguaranteed a win this Sunday Croatiait ultimately ended 78-62, so heading to the window was “important” FIBA In the February match, he said, “I didn’t have any pressure to get a result,” but more than that, he was able to finish the match happy “because of the way we did it and the energy we had on the court.”

“We had less energy than expected, but our first rotation was really good and we were able to run and raise the level of defense. That allowed us to run more offensively and score points. “The change was energy,” he claimed. mendezBut he said the roadmap they have is the 2027 European Championships and the 2028 Olympics.

But for now, the coach is happy with the “calmness and balance” that Maite provides. Cazorla and mariona ortizbut it’s also because of Nerea’s level. beautiful Iyana or something martinas well as Paula’s annotations Ginzo or irati Echari.

“We are very happy with what we breathe and smell in the locker room,” Mendez emphasized, adding that “the team is in the process of change, so we will proceed “in stages” to continue building the team in February. There is,” he added. And change doesn’t last from one day to the next. ”

“What we are thinking is european “The Olympics are in 2027, the Olympics are in 2028 and we need to get through the Games by then,” the coach stressed, warning that “there will be ups and downs and it will be difficult, but it’s everyone’s job.” . A clear roadmap. ”

So, mendez Although he concluded that the quintet’s management change for Thursday’s match “depended on the rivalry and energy”. Spain He was happy that his fans came to the Ciutat de Pavilion, saying he’s “not the type of party” right now. castello These two days.