Hulk defends Luis Zubeldía after Fluminense draw
Fluminense forward Hulk has publicly backed head coach Luis Zubeldía following a draw in the Copa Libertadores, stressing that the players share the responsibility for the team's form.
Following Fluminense's draw with Independiente Rivadavia in the Copa Libertadores, forward Hulk has publicly defended head coach Luis Zubeldía. Despite the mounting pressure caused by a winless run, the striker insisted that the responsibility for the team's performance does not lie solely with the manager.
Unfortunately, football is sometimes a bit ungrateful. When you get a result, everything is perfect, but when you don't, the coach is the first one to be blamed. But Zubeldía is far from being the culprit. On the contrary. Football is a collective sport. The coach chooses the lineup based on what he saw during the week. He sees what happens on a daily basis and the dedication of everyone. Hulk
Hulk acknowledged that the onus is on the players to turn things around on the pitch. He noted that while the team has maintained control in recent matches, they must improve their finishing and decision-making in the final third to secure victories.
The forward also praised Zubeldía for his tactical flexibility, noting that the coach has been testing new options and giving opportunities to different members of the squad. Hulk concluded by emphasizing that the only way to shift the outside perception and improve the situation is through hard work and better results on the field.