The young South American was understandably happy with his start to life in Spanish La Liga, voicing his contentment at unexpected first team role at the http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Campos-c8299 de Futbol de Vallecas.
After a troubled start to life in Madrid following his 2008/09 transfer, Leo Baptistao is earning the minutes in Rayo Vallecano first team that were destined to be filled in by him. The Brazilian Italian has been a regular fixture in Paco Jemez’s plans;
his hepatitis marred days are behind him.
Reflecting on the situation, the 20-year-old stated that he is happy with the confidence instilled in him by http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Paco-c29025 Jemez, hailing the first team coach for the minutes that have been handed out to him in the current campaign.
He admitted that his involvement in the first team schemes have come as a surprise, claiming that he did not expect to get as much time on the pitch as he has received. http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Leo-c22011 attributed his ever increasing match tally to his debut against Real Betis, in which
he scored one and laid down an assist.
“I honestly did not expect to play as much,” he said while talking to Madrid based Spanish sports daily, AS, in an interview published today.
“Actually, I didn’t think I would debut as soon as I have either, but I have come into Paco Jemez’ plans as early as the second game and played as part of that initial team.”
“I was fortunate to score a goal and create another against Real Betis. Then I have stayed as a starter. I still have to keep working though, to continue to get the support from the Coach.”
Continuing on the topic, Baptistao praised Rayo Vallecano’s start to 2012/13 La Liga season. The Campos de Futbol de Vallecas based entity is 10th in Spanish top flight standings after seven domestic fixtures.
“The truth is that the first part of the League season is still going pretty well for the whole team and of course for me too,” Leo commented.
The Madrid club have shown an uncanny knack for picking up victories, whilst also impressing with their 3-5-2 formation.
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