When the match appeared destined to be decided by fine margins, the defender stepped up to break the deadlock. Diego González flicked on a corner that, after touching Álex Cano, ended up in the Catalan side’s net, sending the squad and the Zaragoza supporters in attendance into raptures. The moment once again highlighted his importance at both ends of the pitch and helped the Aragonese side claim three hugely valuable points away from home.
However, his contribution went far beyond the goal. Defensively, the center-back recorded nine clearances, seven recoveries and five successful duels out of the six he contested, without committing a single foul. He also completed 97 of the 110 passes he attempted, figures that reflect his influence both on the back line’s solidity and the team’s build-up play.
A REGULAR IN THE TEAM OF THE WEEK
Since missing the opening round due to a concussion, Diego González has established himself as one of Real Zaragoza’s defensive leaders. His consistency and ability to make an impact at decisive moments have made him a key player for Ibai Gómez, to the point that he has already been named in the Team of the Week four times in just nine rounds. Before this latest recognition, the center-back had been selected among the best players in Primera RFEF after wins against Antequera, Juventud de Torremolinos and Ibiza.
This week, the Castellón-born defender will have the chance to rest in the Copa del Rey, as he was not included in the squad for the match against Tudelano. It is a break after another highly demanding game that confirms the importance he has gained within the Zaragoza side, with the defender emerging as one of the standout names of Real Zaragoza’s early-season campaign.
