Pellegrino Matarazzo: "It is important to end the season with a smile"

Real Sociedad manager Pellegrino Matarazzo is calling for a positive reaction from his squad ahead of their final match of the season against Espanyol. Following a disappointing result against Valencia last weekend, the coach wants his side to finish the campaign with a sense of pride.

"It is important to finish the season with a smile and the feeling that we are a good team," Matarazzo noted. "We haven't been at our best in these recent matches, but we can learn a lot from this experience for the future." The manager stressed that the team must show ambition in their final appearance.

Regarding team news, Matarazzo confirmed that Gonçalo Guedes will miss the trip to Barcelona due to ankle pain, while Wesley’s absence is a tactical decision as the coach looks to give opportunities to other players like Ochieng. Matarazzo avoided questions regarding potential summer transfers, stating that the current priority remains solely on completing the season with a good result.