Despite Getafe's intention to win, Levante executed a tactically sound and well-organized game plan that ultimately overcame Bordalás's side. A decisive goal from Carlos Espí in the final minutes of the match sealed the result, even though the home team missed two penalties during the game.
“"The reading is very simple: they surpassed us in intensity, they reached all the second actions, the duels, they overcame us and as a result, it was difficult for us to create play."
The Getafe coach attributed the loss to overconfidence, suggesting that recent successes and improved league standing had led to excessive praise, which might have caused the players to lose focus. Bordalás emphasized the importance of staying grounded.
“"Now we have to come back down to earth. I always say, praise weakens, and in recent weeks there has been too much praise, and it usually happens. You don't do what you have to do, and today you didn't."
Despite the setback, the coach remains confident in his team's ability to achieve their European goals. He highlighted the team's commendable recovery, having overcome difficulties and accumulated a significant number of points, noting that there is still much of the league season left.
