Coloccini explains Assadi's absence in U's Copa Chile win over San Felipe

Universidad de Chile secured a 2-0 victory against Unión San Felipe in the Copa Chile, but the win was overshadowed by the absence of key player Lucas Assadi from the squad. Interim coach Fabricio Coloccini addressed the situation, clarifying that Assadi's exclusion was purely a technical decision.

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Lucas is a player more of the squad. He has the same possibilities as everyone. And well, the absence is only due to a technical decision and it is nothing more than that.

"Lucas is a player more of the squad. He has the same possibilities as everyone. And well, the absence is only due to a technical decision and it is nothing more than that," Coloccini stated. This explanation aims to quell any speculation surrounding the midfielder's status, emphasizing his continued inclusion within the team's plans despite not being selected for this particular match.

The Argentine strategist also shared positive news regarding the recovery of Fernando Gago, who has been dealing with injuries. "Regarding Fernando, he is much better, he has already joined us at the CDA for the last two days. Obviously, he has to continue with certain care, but we have him closer, so I am happy about that," Coloccini reported. Gago's reintegration into training signals a potential return to the field soon, a welcome development for the team.

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Regarding Fernando, he is much better, he has already joined us at the CDA for the last two days. Obviously, he has to continue with certain care, but we have him closer, so I am happy about that.

Coloccini praised his players' performance, highlighting their focus and concentration from the outset. "The boys had a great game. Sometimes there can be matches that we can call 'trap' matches because the head can play tricks on us, and they entered concentrated from the beginning," he concluded. The team's ability to maintain focus, even in matches that could be perceived as less challenging, was a key factor in their successful outing.

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The boys had a great game. Sometimes there can be matches that we can call 'trap' matches because the head can play tricks on us, and they entered concentrated from the beginning.