Álvaro Fidalgo defends Raúl Rangel after Mexico's heavy defeat to USA
Midfielder Álvaro Fidalgo has absolved goalkeeper Raúl Rangel of blame and called for patience during Rafael Márquez's early tenure.
Following Mexico's painful defeat to the USA in Arizona, midfielder Álvaro Fidalgo has adopted a leadership stance, rejecting individual blame for goalkeeper Raúl 'Tala' Rangel. He insisted that the errors made on the pitch are a shared responsibility among the entire group.
The result is painful. It's not just one person failing; we are all responsible. Álvaro Fidalgo
Despite the bitter pill against their arch-rivals, Fidalgo highlighted positive moments from the first 25 minutes, noting that the team under Rafael Márquez showed tactical intent before the American goals arrived. He urged for calmness, reminding critics that the current project is in its infancy.
Fidalgo emphasized that the squad must learn quickly from their defensive lapses. He noted that the ongoing FIFA window provides a valuable chance this Tuesday to correct errors and adjust their approach, aiming to improve the team's image following the Clasico de la Concacaf.