Sergi Altimira reflected on the chaos that ensued during the friendly match against Como, mentioning incidents that should not have occurred due to competitiveness. The match featured heavy challenges resulting in a physical altercation between players, culminating in dismissals for Pablo Fornals and Maxi Perrone. Despite a chaotic first half, the second half was calmer, with Como securing a late win. Coach Manuel Pellegrini advised players to avoid getting drawn into altercations and maintain their focus on the game, while Altimira noted the need for improvement moving forward.
Real Betis midfielder Sergi Altimira admitted that things that shouldn't happen occurred in the friendly against Como. The incident was sparked by heavy challenges on midfielders Giovani Lo Celso and Isco, leading to punches being traded between Pablo Fornals and Como's Maxi Perrone.
Altimira stated, 'Both teams want to win, we are very competitive. That is our weapon. I think that in this type of game we should not cross the line and we have to stay with the football, what we must improve and the things we have done well.'
Coach Manuel Pellegrini urged the players to maintain composure after the intense first half. He emphasized that they should not get embroiled in this type of game and showed frustration over conceding a goal in the dying moments.
Como managed to secure a late 3-2 win thanks to Ivan Azon's goal, despite the chaotic clashes earlier in the match that led to dismissals of both Fornals and Perrone in a second half that saw improved control.
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