Adrián Fuentes, Toni Lato, and coach Luis García reviewed RCD Mallorca's 3-0 victory over AD Ceuta FC this weekend. The win at the Estadi Mallorca Son Moix gives the team a positive start in the third matchday of the Segunda División.
Adrián Fuentes, who scored the second goal, was very pleased. "Very happy to be able to help the team and above all to open the scoring," said the midfielder. He explained he had been close to scoring in several previous matches and that the key is to keep working. Fuentes felt the team was forceful in all aspects, maintaining its playing identity and applying high pressure without letting the opponent breathe.
Toni Lato agreed on the importance of being strong at home. The left-back stressed that Son Moix must be a fortress to achieve the promotion objective. "We need matches like this here at home," stated Lato. The player, who received an ovation from the crowd, acknowledged he is starting to enjoy himself after a tough period without regular minutes. He said his family and friends were in the stands and he values the fans recognizing his effort.
Coach Luis García was demanding despite the emphatic result. In his statements gathered by the club's site, García noted that wins must be valued in a very competitive league, but standards cannot drop. "It's clear we want to keep improving, we have to be demanding, we can't lower our level of demand even though we won 3-0 today," said the manager.
García analyzed that there were many moments of good football and chance creation, especially in the first half. He accepted the pace dropped in the second half due to fatigue, but praised the players for emptying the tank and gifting a win to the supporters. He also highlighted the effectiveness from set-pieces and the high press that allowed them to win the ball in the opponent's half and score the second goal.
The win against Ceuta comes at the start of a long season. The team is aiming for a return to LaLiga EA Sports and these three points are a good beginning.
Adrián Fuentes's goal was particularly significant as it was his first of the campaign. Meanwhile, striker Cyle Larin, also known as 'Buksan', found the net as well, which is always important for an attacker's confidence. The squad, which you can review on our squad page, shows a good balance between experience and youth.
The Segunda División calendar is intense and RCD Mallorca must maintain consistency. After this home match, the focus shifts to improving performances away from Son Moix, as Toni Lato mentioned. The team is already preparing for its next fixture, a tricky away trip listed on our fixtures page.
The vermilion squad's preseason included a preparation tour and several signings to strengthen the project. Luis García's coaching staff is working to polish details, especially in the final third where they aim to be more decisive and effective. The next league match is scheduled for Saturday, September 12th.
