Carlos Rotondi: Campeón de Campeones win lifted a heavy weight off us
Carlos Rotondi and Charly Rodriguez reflect on Cruz Azul's victory over Toluca, highlighting the club's resurgence and commitment to winning trophies.
Argentine midfielder Carlos Rotondi shared his emotions following Cruz Azul's commanding 3-1 victory over Toluca, which secured the Campeón de Campeones title. For Rotondi, this triumph represents a significant turning point after years of inconsistency.
I have taken off a heavy backpack. Despite previous successes, I feel a great sense of relief. I am enjoying the moment more and I want to keep writing history at such a great club. Giving these titles to our family and fans is priceless. Carlos Rotondi
Rotondi emphasized that the recent success is the result of persistent work over several seasons, allowing the squad to regain its competitive edge in Mexican football. He noted that the team is now finally reaping the rewards for the labor invested during tougher times.
Meanwhile, Charly Rodriguez highlighted the team's resilience, acknowledging that the squad did not break under the pressure of past setbacks. "We kept going after the struggles of a couple of years ago. This team didn't give up, we kept fighting, and today we are happy. It gives us the chance to compete for another title against Miami and keep delivering trophies to this great institution," Rodriguez said.
For Rodriguez, the match was personal, as his goal coincided with his father's birthday. The midfielder remains focused on the future, asserting that the current version of Cruz Azul is built to fight for the highest honors in the game.