– I love playing in front of such an audience – said the captain of the Mexican volleyball team after the match against Poland.
It was the first game with the Polish national team at the World Cup after 38 years. How does it feel to do a history of the retina?
Christian Aranda, captain of Mexico: For our team, our generation is the first world championship at all, so we are very excited. We prepared for a very long time. However, we know that all the teams in our group are experienced teams, tough opponents. Especially Poland, in its own country, in front of its own public. We knew before the tournament that it wouldn’t be easy and we have to try hard.
How did you motivate yourself before this game?
– My family motivates me. Typically, I spend nine months a year away from home, so I want to play well for them and make them proud of me. During the video session, we had the opportunity to take a good look at the Polish team and we knew one thing: we must certainly play much better than with other teams in practically all elements.
You played in the temple of Polish volleyball, it certainly did not make it easy for you.
– I love playing here, in front of such an audience. We feel that this room is an important place and that the Polish supporters are really the best in the world.
POLAND – MEXICO MATCH RELATIONSHIP