Dynamo Earn Three Points at Home

June 25, 2022 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – Houston Dynamo FC News Release

Dynamo head coach Paulo Nagamura

(on today’s game) “It was a commanding victory. Overall, a good performance for both halves. The first half, we were more dangerous in the final third. Second half, we managed the game a little bit more, but I’m pleased with the performance overall-created a lot of chances could have scored a couple of more but very pleased with the way the team responded after last week’s game.”

(on how important it is to get three points at home) “We talk about it, how important it is to have a positive home record-a very good home record. It’s important for us to put ourselves in a good position to fight for the playoffs. In the first half of the season, I think we were okay. I think we could have done much better and that’s what our focus leading into the second half of the season is, to be very, very good at home. Because we know how difficult it is to get points on the road, this game was huge in that aspect. The guys responded really well.”

(on the performance of the younger players that played today) “The guys were very solid, the younger guys, the senior guys, I think we have a very good mix of players. With the team that we put together today especially, in the first half I think they have a good chemistry. I think that showed on the field. I think you know me by now, that if younger player is doing well and they are performing in training and they can help the team, I am going to put them to play. So, if doesn’t matter if they are 17, 16, 18 or 35, 36 they will play as long as in my opinion they will help the team win the game when it comes to game time.”

(on if it’s a challenge on deciding whether or not to start FW Darwin Quintero) “No, of course, (FW) Darwin (Quintero) is a great player. He’s not an 18-year-old anymore, so it’s about managing the player as well because it’s difficult for Darwin to play three games in a week and play the full 90 minutes. I think we are doing a good job of that. We are making the most out of Darwin’s time and I think it’s paying off on the field. We try to create a structure in the team that he can play his soccer, his best soccer and also help the team win games and I don’t think it’s difficult. I think Darwin understands his role with the team. He’s been very, very committed for this club since I arrived here and as long as he is like that, he’s always going to have a great chance to play.”

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