The draw at Letzigrund leaves Mattia Croci-Torti with mixed feelings. FC Lugano leaves Zurich with a point which, given their performance in the second half, may leave a hint of regret, but which must also be viewed in the context of a match played in difficult conditions. The Bianconeri tried to take control of the game, took the lead and for a long time gave the impression that they could manage it, before being caught up in the final minutes by Grasshopper Club Zurich.
Commenting on the performance, the Bianconeri coach began with an overall analysis of the evening, emphasising the attitude and spirit shown by the team despite the difficulties: We're going home with a point, but we shouldn't always be disappointed. Today we were in a real emergency: after seven minutes, Delcroix got injured and we had to adapt a defence that had never played together before. Despite this, we played a great game, trying to dominate Grasshopper.
Croci-Torti then highlighted how Lugano approached the game with ambition, trying to win it right to the end: We tried to play our game and win at all costs. The lads fought for each other, we could have closed it out and won it, it's true, but it's still a point. Maybe today we don't appreciate it, we'll see tomorrow.
Finally, he also looked at the continuity of the recent run, which remains a positive element beyond the result: There is regret, but I can't see everything in a negative light. It was a team in crisis that showed it cared and wanted to win. We didn't make it, but our positive run continues and we must remain confident.
A draw that is not entirely satisfactory, but which once again confirms Lugano's cohesion and identity. The team now looks forward to its next league match with the desire to get back to winning ways immediately.