On the verge of the premiere of Colo Colo in Copa Libertadores, the defender Ramiro Gonzalez anticipated what will be the participation of the ‘Cacique’ in the continental contest, assuring that the squad has enough to compete.
While the metropolitan cast is preparing their match this Saturday against Huachipato, the Argentine-Chilean central defender spoke with DSports Radiowhere he analyzed his rivals in the most important tournament at the South American level.
It should be remembered that the ‘albos’ They share a group with Boca Juniors, Deportivo Pereira from Colombia and Monagas from Venezuela.
In this sense, the former player of Talleres and Unión Española assured that facing ‘Xeneize’ is a desire of the entire squad.
“Boca is a game that we all want to play… The truth is that it is a motivation, it is always nice to face a big team. We know what it is like worldwide, so we are very happy and motivated, knowing that it will be a nice game”he stated.
Regarding the other rivals, González was confident in the hierarchy that Colo Colo has above them, although he avoided claiming victory: “Monagas is not a favourite, but you should not trust yourself, all the rivals are good. (Deportivo) Pereira is a team that was in B for a long time, but that comes from being Colombian soccer champions ”.
In addition, the defender was emphatic in ensuring that the ‘Cacique’ will not go for a walk to the Libertadores, understanding the wishes of the fans and the board.
“We have a squad to compete on any field in South America, beyond the fact that we know what the Argentine and Brazilian teams mean for the economic part, but we are prepared and have a squad to face the challenges”sentenced.