The versatile defender was at the heart of La Granotes schemes as they made history with their first steps in a UEFA premier club competition.
After impressing throughout the 2011/12 La Liga season, Levante finished up with UEFA Europa League qualifications under the belt. The first instance in their 103 year history left http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Sergio-c33030 Ballesteros attributing their success to the fans.
The experienced campaigner stated that he was pleased to etch his name in the history books, claiming that La Granotes are going through a golden period.
Continuing on the topic, Ballesteros paid tribute to the fans and the players who were part of the club, stating that their success is special to everyone, especially the fans.
“Being in Europe and to play for the first time in a European competition could serve as a tribute to everyone for all the people and all the players on over 100 years of Levante.”
“It is a very special for all the Levante fans as the success is just as much theirs as it is ours. I am delighted to make history and play for the team in Europe, and it is a very good time for the club.”
Reflected on Levante’s history, Ballesteros refused to state that his teammates and him are the best of Levante’s history but claimed that after struggling in recent campaigns, the current crop of players are going through good moments.
The veteran centre-back played down the average age of La Granotes, admitting that they are one of the oldest squads in La Liga but believes their performances state otherwise.
“I cannot comment if this is the best time in our history, but everything is being valued more after some complicated moments recently.”
With the club enjoying good moments, Ballesteros shared that he reveres playing for his hometown club in all of top three Spanish domestic league competitions with them.
It is the towering stopper's second stint at Ciutat de http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Valencia-c40863 after graduating from the local youth academy. He was at service from 1994-96 and returned to the club's ranks after a 12 year hiatus in 2008.
Levante have had an average start to 2012/13 La Liga season, claiming 4 points from their 3 domestic outings.
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