Daniel Garnero Laments Draw Against La Serena: "We Had a Downturn in Every Sense"

Daniel Garnero, the coach of Universidad Católica, did not hide his frustration after his team's unexpected 3-3 draw against Deportes La Serena. The result at the Claro Arena dealt a significant blow to their league aspirations, widening the gap to 12 points behind leaders Colo Colo after matchday 16. Garnero described the team's performance in the second half as a "downturn in every sense," indicating a loss of momentum and control that allowed La Serena to mount a comeback. "The opponent played very well and turned the game around on us," he admitted, acknowledging the visitors' effective play. The coach expressed surprise at the team's lapse in concentration, stating it was not a recurring issue. "It's not something that had been happening to us; it happened today, and we are upset because it wasn't what we wanted," Garnero stated. He concluded by noting the negative impact on team morale, emphasizing that they missed a clear opportunity to secure a vital victory.