Pellegrini: "We Have Created Sporting Ambition That Hopefully Can Grow"

Manuel Pellegrini, the Chilean coach of Real Betis, reflected on a successful season after their victory against Levante, securing a sixth consecutive European qualification for the club. "It is a great emotion to be at this institution and qualify it for Europe for six years," Pellegrini stated, adding that a "sporting ambition has been created that hopefully can grow in future seasons."

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It is a great emotion to be at this institution and qualify it for Europe for six years.

Pellegrini described reaching the Champions League as the "maximum" achievement. He noted the difficulty of playing away from the Benito Villamarín stadium but credited the support at La Cartuja for enabling the team to set a record of 60 home points, demonstrating their consistency throughout the season. He stressed his efforts to maintain equilibrium between European competitions and the league, asserting that the league is always the "first option."

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The Champions League has been the maximum.

Discussing the requirements for Champions League contention, Pellegrini acknowledged the significant economic factors involved. He aims to build a competitive team that avoids embarrassment in Europe while prioritizing domestic performance. The coach praised the team's resilience, highlighting their ability to recover from eliminations in the Copa del Rey and Europa League, and their mental fortitude in handling both wins and losses.

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We have created a sporting ambition that hopefully can grow in future seasons.

Looking ahead, Pellegrini acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the squad composition for the next season, including the futures of players like Nelson Deossa. He deferred discussions about player transfers, such as Abde Ezzahri, stating that it is not the time to address incomings and outgoings. He expressed gratitude for the current squad, noting that he has "no complaints" and only "words of thanks."

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The league, always as the first option.