Cifuentes Praises Squad and Fans in Hard-Fought Derby Victory
Leicester City's manager Marti Cifuentes has expressed his contentment with the team's performance following their thrilling 2-1 victory over Derby County. Speaking after the match, the Foxes boss highlighted the challenging nature of the game and praised both the players and fans for their contributions.
"The bench was excellent and helped us," Cifuentes remarked, emphasizing the important role the substitutes played in clinching the win. The tight contest was a showcase of the team's determination, particularly during the more strenuous moments of the second half.
"In this league, you need to grind it out, and definitely I'm happy," Cifuentes stated, acknowledging the sheer effort required to secure points in such competitive fixtures. He was also quick to point out the critical support from the Foxes' faithful, who were in full voice, backing their team through every minute of the match. "I'm especially happy for the fans; they were outstanding today and I appreciate that for what has been a tough year for everyone," he added.
The significance of winning a derby cannot be overstated, and Cifuentes noted the boost it gives to the squad's morale. "It's always important [to win a derby game]. We played them a few weeks ago and managed to get three points after a good first half, and today the first half was very good again." However, he did express disappointment in the team's brief lapse which allowed Derby to equalize shortly after Leicester had taken the lead. Despite this, the Foxes showed resilience and ultimately secured the win, a testament to the "kind of mentality we ask them to have," according to Cifuentes.
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Leicester City's fans will be hoping this victory sparks a series of successful outcomes, propelling them further up the league table. As we look ahead, the Foxes are poised to continue their pursuit of excellence, each game bringing them closer to potential silverware. A historic triumph like the unforgettable 2015-2016 season might be on the cards!
Local Rivalry Humour
And now for a bit of banter aimed at our dear neighbours—How many Derby County fans does it take to change a light bulb? None, they're still living in the dark ages!
