Montes Regrets Copa Libertadores Exit, Eyes League Comeback

Clemente Montes, a forward for Universidad Católica, conveyed his profound sadness following the team's exit from the Copa Libertadores in the round of 16. The Chilean club was defeated by Estudiantes, a result that left Montes deeply affected.

"I am very hurt, honestly. Passing was very important to me. We had a good cup, nobody believed in us, but we did. And well, we had bad luck and many absences, players who were starters, we couldn't finish the cup as we wanted," Montes stated, visibly distressed.

He acknowledged the team's strong performance throughout the tournament, noting that they proved their capability to compete at this level. "We showed that we are here to compete and we are left with the feeling that we wanted more," he added, reflecting the team's ambition.

Looking ahead, Montes stressed the importance of shifting focus to the Chilean Primera División. "It hurts a lot, this defeat, but well, we have to focus now on the National Championship to be back here next year," he concluded, setting the sights on qualifying for the prestigious continental competition again.