The arrival of the Panamanian footballer Adalberto ‘Coco’ Carrasquilla has become an event within the Pumas of the UNAM for this Clausura 2025 Tournament of the MX League due to the great value that this institution can provide; Given this fact, the player has not hidden the fervent desire he has to shine inside his ranks.
During an interview offered for Mediatiempo, the player acknowledged that he made the decision to play in the MX League because it is one of the strongest tournaments in Concacaf due to its high competitive level and that it possesses a number of great figures that will allow it exploit all your skills.
“I feel that the Mexican League has always been the best in the area (Concacaf), of many years the truth. The MLS has grown a lot and lately rivalries have formed that they doubt what league is better, but I had the illusion of living it in my own flesh and competing in the MX League. I think that with the time I spent I could already experience the MLS and I feel that a change is positive, ”he said.
Carrasquilla said that he arrives with the mentality of working very hard to be able to become a reference of the university institution to help them win the title of champion of the Clausura 2025 tournament; This clear starting with the passage of advancing to the league of the MX League.
“Working, I think it’s the only way to change history. I have met a group that has surprised me because they are very close. There is a simplicity that is essential to achieve great things. So on my part it will be to prepare in the best way and give my best because I know that the classmates also have that desire And they are hungry to go for the cup. Both individually and grouply I have to do my part and I think we can all achieve important things together, ”he said.
“The truth is that I am very happy for my arrival in Pumas. The reception was very positive, more than I expected. I didn’t know how everything was handled in the MX League and the truth is that I am surprised. I am working hard to soon be with the team in the field and I am very excited to have my first minutes, ”he added.
Jump to Europe
Finally, Adalberto Carrasquilla spoke about the criticisms he received from Panama when he considered that he should not play in the MX League and that on the contrary he had to take advantage of his great moment to make the leap to Europe; Despite this he feels comfortable with his decision.
“I respect his opinion. Suddenly those comments come from the people who have love in Panama and I really wanted them to understand that many times football is opportunities. I have been waiting for a long time in Europe for a long time, in the middle of last year it almost concretized, but things did not occur. Now I found a situation where I felt it was a better opportunity to continue growing and get closer to that dream I have, ”he concluded.
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