By Mohammed Al Habob 
Girona managed to secure a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Villarreal on December 1, 2024, after being 2-0 down. Coach Michel praised his team’s mentality, acknowledging that while they may not have deserved the point, their determination to fight back was commendable. Villarreal looked set to win all three points, but Ladislav Krejci’s superb volley deep into added time earned Girona a valuable point.
The match was intense, with Villarreal initially dominating and taking a 2-0 lead early on. However, Girona’s resilience and refusal to give up allowed them to claw their way back into the game. Michel highlighted the tactical control of Villarreal’s coach Marcelino, who managed to exploit Girona’s weaknesses in transition. Despite the challenges, Girona’s squad showed great character to make it 2-1 and eventually level the score.
The draw moved Girona up to seventh in the La Liga standings. Still, Michel acknowledged that climbing to the top four would be difficult, especially with their commitments in the Champions League. Currently, in fourth place, Villarreal has a game in hand and is four points ahead of Girona. Michel emphasized the need for his team to continue working hard to improve their position in the league.
Injuries have been a concern for Girona this season, with players like Krejci and Miguel Gutierrez seen limping after the match. However, Michel reassured them they had only suffered minor injuries and would be fine. The team’s ability to bounce back from setbacks and maintain a positive dynamic in the league has been crucial to their recent performances.
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