After 1-1 draw between Guatemala and El Salvador at Finley Stadium, the national coach Luis Fernando Tena He positively valued what was shown by the blue and white in a meeting that, although lacking a show, fulfilled the objective of continuing to prepare the group for crucial matches in the World Cup tie.
“It was a very disputed game, as always are the duels between Guatemala and El Salvador,” said the Mexican strategist at a press conference, recognizing that the draw was a reflection of what both teams proposed on the court. None managed to impose conditions with clarity and the duel was characterized by rubbing, intensity and few clear goal occasions.
Guatemala had advanced with a goal from Darwin Lom at minute 44, an annotation that generated controversy for a possible out of place. However, El Salvador found the draw on the end, with a while at minute 88 that put definitive figures to the scoreboard and left both teams with divided sensations.
“I think it was just the draw for the party process, the two teams try within our possibilities, and we are happy because it served us to continue evaluating the group.” He added Tena, who also stressed that the squad is not yet complete and that key pieces are missing.
One of the aspects that left concern was the injury of Marco Domínguezwho had to leave the field at minute 10 after a blow to the knee. The medical body already works on its evaluation to determine if it can be available for the start of the tie.
In the positive, Archímides Ordonez He wore the national shirt again after his absence in the last commitments. His presence was one of the most applauded by fans present at the stadium, and his offensive contribution will be key in coming matches.
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Tena was clear that the team still has a job ahead: “We will go little by little. The selection lacks the other players and be able to combine them in the best way,” he said. The technician knows that time urges and must soon find his ideal eleven.
Attention now focuses on Friday, June 6, when Guatemala receives Dominican Republic in it Cementos Progreso Stadium. Party corresponding to the elimination process towards the FIFA 2026 World Cup, and the beginning of a key week for the aspirations of the national team.
With the draw against El Salvador as the last essay, Tena and his coaching staff will refine details to get with the best possible version. “We are ready for the important thing,” said the coach, aware that from now on, each point counts.