Valencia CF forward Alberto Marí evaluated the victory against Arosa SC in the Copa del Rey, as he returned from a serious injury suffered during preseason.

Return to the playing fields

“I am very happy to be back playing after 4 months out through injury. It is always difficult to come in for the first games back and gain rhythm and confidence, and this victory is very important to continue advancing in the Copa del Rey."

Recovery process

“I want to thank my family and friends and above all, the club, who have supported me at all times. The coaching staff, my teammates and the medical services. It has been a pleasure, they have treated me great and I thank them.”

The schedule for his return

"In the end, when a player feels better, he tries to push things a little bit, but in the end, with a serious injury like this one you have to be realistic. It was serious and we had to have surgery. Obviously, the doctors, who are the people who know, set the timeframe well. In recent weeks they have had to slow me down a little, but I am grateful to them because I know that they did it for my own good."

His feeling

"I felt good. I have been training with the team for several weeks, which gives you confidence and security. I felt a little short of breath after so many months out and I'm looking forward to continuing to have more opportunities, getting back on the pace and gaining confidence."