Speaking at the press room of the Estadio Gran Canaria after the 2-3 defeat to RCD Mallorca, Martínez admitted frustration with how the result came about. He mentioned being eager to hear the referee’s audio recordings the next day, stating it was a situation he had never experienced before, referring to the controversial play that led to Mallorca’s third goal.
Martínez acknowledged the match’s ups and downs, noting that the team started slowly but improved as the first half progressed. However, the second half began poorly with an early goal against them. Despite the setback, he highlighted the team’s reaction as the most important takeaway, emphasizing the need for a resilient mentality, which he felt the players demonstrated.
He described the decisive incident as impactful and significant, expressing hope for clarity in the coming days. He showed respect for the referees and maintained a professional stance, confident that the situation would eventually be understood by all.
Martínez also praised individual performances, particularly Álex Suárez and Scott for their excellent work in containing Muriqi and combining effectively with Essugo.