Gary Medel scored an important victory with Vasco da Gama in Brasileirao 2023. In the 32nd round of the league, they beat Botafogo 1-0 in Sao Januario, left the relegation zone and dealt a heavy blow to their rival who challenged the absolute leadership.

He pit bull He was captain again, added 90 minutes and was one of Gigante da Colina’s mainstays in the defensive zone. After the meeting, Medel took a few minutes to talk LIKE Chile about the match, the U-23 team that played at the Pan American Games in Santiago 2023 and that it is ahead of La Roja in the qualifiers.

How do you feel after descending to the top?

Super good. The truth is that the team deserved this victory. I think we led the game for 90 minutes, we deserved to win by more than one goal, but the goal was achieved. These are three super important points and we have to keep fighting.

They manage to get out of the relegation zone…

Yes, but this doesn’t change much. We must continue to concentrate and work. Let’s continue the same.

He had a tough duel with Diego Costa…

Yes, these are the things that happen in football. No problem. These are the matches we are used to, but everything remains on the field.

How do you see the next double date?

Well, it’s true now, looking at the U23s, I think they had a good championship, so I’m very happy with what’s to come. We are ready for that, for a new call, if they call me or to continue supporting La Roja, I am available for everything.

Did you like what you saw from the under-23s?

Yes, quite a bit. I saw almost all the matches, there were very good individuals, so I hope that he will be able to climb to the adult Red and dedicate himself to give his best.

Ecuador is coming to the playoffs and it’s always hard to go to Quito…

Yes, it’s true, as I’ve said many times, the playoffs are very close, it’s very tough, all the teams were pretty close and no game is going to be easy, so be ready for what’s coming and get the best.highest score possible.

How are you feeling?

I am happy here in Brazil, playing all the games in Vasco. I feel fine. (D)