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Joel Huiqui knows Cruz Azul's perfect run won't last forever
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Joel Huiqui knows Cruz Azul's perfect run won't last forever

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Cruz Azul's coach Joel Huiqui acknowledges that his team's undefeated streak will eventually end.
  • Huiqui attributes the team's success to daily hard work and the support of the institution.
  • The coach is already focused on the next match against Toluca, emphasizing the team's preparation and recovery processes.

Cruz Azul continues its impressive run under coach Joel Huiqui, extending their unbeaten streak to nine games with a recent 2-1 victory over Puebla. The team has secured seven wins and two draws since Huiqui took the helm, showcasing a strong performance in the league.

It will happen at some point, that is the reality. I am very happy with everything because one, when you start to dream, right? When you dedicate yourself to the coaching profession, I visualize it that way.

โ€” Joel HuiquiAcknowledging the temporary nature of his team's undefeated streak.

Despite the ongoing success, Huiqui remains grounded, acknowledging that the undefeated streak is temporary. "It will happen at some point, that is the reality," he stated, while expressing happiness with the team's achievements. He emphasized that the focus remains on daily work to prevent a loss, highlighting the collective effort behind the team's positive momentum.

Huiqui also credited the club's president, Vรญctor Velรกzquez, for his significant investment in the team and praised the coaching staff and institutional support, which he believes are crucial to the team's results. He noted the excellent conditions provided for player recovery and preparation, ensuring the team is ready for each match.

The great merit has been the work that has been done.

โ€” Joel HuiquiAttributing the team's success to hard work.

Looking ahead, Huiqui is already preparing for the next challenge against Toluca. He highlighted the team's comprehensive resources, including facilities and staff, that support player recovery and training. "Tomorrow we have to go to work. We have the entire staff, all the support of the facilities so that they are ready and tomorrow they can train in a recovery phase. And tomorrow we think about Toluca, that is the reality," he said.

President Vรญctor Velรกzquez made a great bet on what you see on the bench today. There is a great coaching staff, with an institutional structure in many areas and that helps the result a lot.

โ€” Joel HuiquiPraising the club's leadership and institutional support.

While celebrating the wins, Huiqui admitted that Cruz Azul has not always played at its best, citing recent matches where the team had to come from behind to secure victory. He acknowledged the team's resilience and the quality of the squad, which allows for effective substitutions and comebacks. He also defended captain Erik Lira, expressing confidence in his ability to regain his top form.

The match ends and the players are already in the shower, recovering, eating, dining. And I think that is something that we have to recognize.

โ€” Joel HuiquiHighlighting the team's excellent recovery and preparation processes.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.