First of all Carlos I would like to thank you for agreeing to take part in this interview. I'm sure I speak on behalf of all International shareholders in saying its great for a player to agree to this so we feel closer to the players and part of the club.
John: How are you settling in with the rest of the squad and have they made you feel welcome?
Carlos: I feel very comfortable here in Oviedo. It is like being at home. Same language, same food, same weather and a great group of teammates and that is the most important thing. Since the first day they received me very good and it is a pleasure for me to share dressing room with them.
John: You have played football in your native Uruguay, In England and now in Spain. What are the main differences?
Carlos: There are lots of differences, mainly with the rhythm. In Uruguay it is very slow and more about thinking. In England it is very high and lots of attacks from one side and the other during the 90 minutes. While here in Spain you can find players with lots of quality and although the tempo is slower than in England, you can still find teams that play at a high rhythm.
John: How do you feel you can contribute to the team between now and the end of the season?
Carlos: I am ready since the first day I came here so I think when the coach understands it is my moment I will play and show my best. I came here with the dream of being part of a huge achievement for the club that is to get promoted and I trust a lot in myself and the team to be able to do it.
John: Real Oviedo fans have not yet seen a great deal of you, what kind of player are you and what are your main attributes?
Carlos: I like to get the ball and play 1-1 against the right or left back depending on which side I am playing. I consider that I have a good shot from outside as well as a good crossing. But if I need to play a more defensive part in the team I can still do it.
John: How confident are you and the rest of the squad we can get promoted via the play offs or at this stage is the goal simply to reach the play offs and take it from there?
Carlos: The main objective right now is to get to the playoffs. Then we can start to think on getting promoted. But it is step by step. We can’t think further than the next game. So thinking in this way we can concentrate just in the next game.
John: What are your early impressions of the Estadio Carlos Tartiere and the atmosphere in the stadium?
Carlos: I think every game we play there we really feel like home. The atmosphere is amazing and every game the people push us to get the three points. For us it is very important when the crowd sings or cheers because that is positive for us and also causes an effect on our rivals in a negative way.
John: Before you signed for the club did you know about the Real Oviedo story with all the international shareholders etc? It’s a special club yes?
Carlos: Of course I knew about this team. It is a really big team and deserves to be in La Liga next year as it used to be years before as well as playing European competitions. I hope we can achieve our goal and bring to reality the dream everyone has in Oviedo.
John: What do you think of Oviedo and Asturias as a whole? Myself and all other shareholders I have spoken too have all fallen in love with the place and the people.
Carlos: It is a small but very nice city. You can find whatever you want over here. From nice places where to eat to amazing scenery to visit and appreciate incredible places. On my days off I like to drive and find hidden places such as beaches or mountains.
John: Finally the question that’s on everyone’s mind is: have you tried a Cachopo yet or is that not allowed as part of a footballers diet?
Carlos: I tried it of course!! And I can say its one of my favourite dishes! But here in Asturias you have a big variety of good meat, fish and typical dishes to choose from. So food is not a problem hahaha.
John: Once again thanks for taking the time to answer these questions Carlos and best of luck for the rest of the season
Carlos: Thanks for the support and I hope we can all celebrate at the end of the season!
HALA OVIEDO! Or better said UP OVIEDO!
Regards, Carlos de Pena
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