Mouriño Hopes for Peaceful Football Experience: “Let’s Enjoy the Game”

Marian Mouriño, president of Celta, called for calm ahead of the return match in Lyon. She appealed to supporters after violent incidents by ultras before the Balaídos meeting.

Trip to Lyon and expectations

Mouriño traveled to Lyon feeling excited and nervous. She said the squad is ready to compete at the Groupama Stadium.

She expressed confidence in the team’s preparations and rotation policy. She predicted a positive result and urged focus on the pitch.

Appeal for peaceful support

The president asked fans to avoid trouble and to enjoy the match atmosphere. She used a simple message: “Let’s Enjoy the Game” and behave respectfully.

Mouriño recalled the earlier disturbances as regrettable. She hopes no repeat incidents occur in France.

Team news and lineup concerns

Celta will miss key players for the trip. Miguel Román is sidelined with an injury.

Two starters are also suspended. Borja Iglesias and Óscar Mingueza cannot play in Lyon.

European run and broader ambitions

Mouriño noted the team never entered the competition as favorites. She praised the squad for advancing step by step against tough opposition.

She highlighted recent results away from home, including difficult venues such as Sevilla. Those wins give belief that Celta can overcome the next hurdle.

LaLiga context and future targets

The president celebrated the club’s proximity to securing top-flight safety. She said survival would open dreams of European qualification.

Mouriño mentioned the possibility of aiming for the Conference, the Europa League, or even the Champions League. She urged everyone to celebrate the progress.

Reporting and coverage by Filmogaz.com.