Real Oviedo goalkeeper Nereo Champagne today appeared in the Press Room at El Requexón.
Following last Saturday's match in Huesca, the Carbayón captain reasoned that "it's time to move on and think about Sunday. It's always nice to play in a derby, and we are going to be privileged to be able to experience it."
With respect to how he sees the group, the Argentinian commented that "we are doing well and confident. It's true that we didn't get the result, but we have to treat things with normality. You aren't the best when you win,
nor the worst when you lose. We have to take it calmly, one game at a time." In addition, regarding the work that has been done under Javi Rozada over the last few weeks, Nereo highlighted that "we have to build a foundation and a way of playing. That's a long process. We have grown as a team, with an identity, but we have to stay calm."
Regarding the next opponent, Sporting de Gijón, the keeper commented that "they are strong and tough. They've got good results, but it's a derby and form doesn't matter." In addition, speaking about the experience he will spread to the youngsters in the dressing room going into the match, Nereo highlighted that "they have to enjoy it and be prepared, from a basis of responsibility. Many of them have watched it from the stands and now they will be privileged enough to live it on the pitch."
Finally, asked what earning three points against Sporting would mean, Nereo stated that "it's always important to win, but more so in a derby."
