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Mossa: "It worries me that a lot of people are suffering"

The Valencian stresses the importance of valuing certain things, reasoning that "nobody is used to living like this"

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Real Oviedo defender Mossa was the latest to respond to questions from the media from his home:
How are you?  One month of lockdown, done.
- Fine.  The truth is I'm fine.  We are worried about the situation since it's dragging on.  It worries me that a lot of people are suffering, in a lot of areas, be it due to their health, the economy, or their jobs.  My concerns are for them.
As one of the most experienced players in the squad, what message do you give to the younger players during such an unusual time?  Any special advice?
- The advice has come from the Coach and the Fitness Coach, particularly relating to mental aspects.  The Coach is experienced.  He knows what this all means and helps, not just the young ones but me too.  In one of the first chats we had he mentioned the way we had to live through this lockdown and I think it has helped us.
What are main changes the body experiences physically, after training alone for a month, and what do you need to focus on more?  How do you feel about training sessions like the one with Samuel (Sánchez) yesterday?
 - It's clear that it's impossible to maintain the shape that us footballers are in during the season; it's irreparable.  We have stopped competing and training with our teammates, and it's difficult to maintain standards.  I'm lucky personally because I have space and the neighbours have let me use their garden to train.  I do exercises adapted for football which will allow the adaptation to be easier.  It's important to do exercise to prevent injuries later.  On a group level yesterday's session with Samuel Sánchez was very good.  We broke up the routine and worked out with a professional who stands out in the cycling world.  We were very keen to do it.  I was excited about it, since I'm a cycling fan, just like some of my other teammates.  Having somebody who had made me get up off my sofa a lot of afternoons there to help made me feel very fortunate.
What do you think about the possibility of the season being extended beyond 30th June?
- We are living with uncertainty.  Obviously we are hearing things, but we have no clear idea of what is going to happen.  I'm tending to think that the season will resume, since it helps me to keep my discipline with the day-to-day work.  I put it there on the horizon, and I think it's what helps me the most.  I hope everything returns to normal as soon as possible and everything starts again.
Do you agree with the words of your teammate Christian, who believes the season should be voided and the new season started from scratch?
- It would be the convenient option from a common sense point of view. There are a lot of interests at play.  There is an economic structure which is dealing with this, and there will be a big impact if we can't finish the season which will see football change completely.  I want things to get back to normal, for the good of football and all sectors which are suffering.
Not long ago we replayed the Real Oviedo - Sporting derby which saw you scored two goals.  Your emotions when you scored were obvious, but how do you feel when you see it replayed?
- I have beautiful memories of that day, but I try not to remember it too much, because it takes a bit away mentally.  I've seen the goals many times, but I've not rewatched the match, so as to keep the feelings that I had that day.  We experienced so much and the feelings and adrenaline were of such a magnitude that I don't think I will experience that again.  I'm pleased that a lot of people relived the match and that it was special.
What are you going to most begin to value when the lockdown ends?
- Everything a little bit more.  Nobody is used to living like this.  I will try to value the important things, which are still the same even though we are locked in.  Not having the freedom to go and see my family, get the suitcase and go and see them...I miss it.