In the pre-match press conference for the crucial encounter at La Rosaleda, scheduled for tomorrow at 8:00 PM, García Fernández emphasized the team's achievements, noting they have secured 73 points, the second-highest tally since the three-points-for-a-win system was introduced. He pointed out that they are the second-best defense and the fourth-best away team, arguing that "there's no blind person worse than one who refuses to see" in response to criticism.

The coach from Oviedo, who was booed by some fans in the first leg at the Gran Canaria stadium (which ended 0-1 in favor of Málaga), stated that the three previous defeats against this opponent only "make me want it even more." "These are statistics, numbers. We haven't beaten them or scored, but that motivates me more to help the players better recognize the advantages we can have," he explained, adding that a goal would force extra time and that the team is "very prepared to win the match and reach the playoff final."

García Fernández expressed his enjoyment of "going against the grain" and "being counted out," asserting that "I have always rebelled against everything in my career." "I believe in my players, in this great team that will give everything to return UD to the First Division," he emphasized. Regarding the strategy, he preferred not to reveal his plans but warned they would not "throw caution to the wind in the first 15 minutes," as it is a long match. He stressed the importance of "defending very well" to aim for victory.

The coach insisted on the need to "recognize the advantages and be more comfortable with the ball," and assured they would play "like ourselves in Málaga." "We are going to let the ball loose in the park and let the players enjoy themselves," he concluded, aiming to put the negative statistics against the Andalusian team behind them and focus on the promotion opportunity.