Mauro admits that Depor have problems in the creation phase http://www.deportivo-la-coruna.com/ 14th February 2003 -- Midfield player Mauro Silva confirmed that the team is aware of their drop of form. Last weeks matches against Mallorca and Osasuna confirmed this fact, irritating the players even more. Irureta's decision to substitute Makaay with Capdevila on Sunday was followed by some harsh criticism, from both outside and inside the team, indicating the tension that is plaguing team. Silva indicated that the players know that there are severe "creation problems" after the injuries of Valeron and Fran, and Djalminha's loan to Austria Vienna has not helped them either. "Still, the players haven't lost their motivation and determination because we are alive in all three competitions. However, the Copa has become a distant target and in the Champions League we also face a difficult task. But it is our merit that we are where we are ", he added. "We will confront this situation and we will try to come out and finish the season in the best possible way". Freedom of expression... with responsibility, this was the conclusion of the midfield player when talking about the open conflicts that have taken place in the past week: "Freedom of expression is an important value of our society, but it implies great responsibility". Mauro understands that it is his responsibility to keep a peaceful and healthy relationship between the team members. He also had a violent reaction after the fans openly criticised Javier Irureta following the draw against Osasuna: "Abusing the coach is completely out of order," the Brazilian fumed. "People have to remember what he has done for this club. The fans have the right to their opinions, but Depor has enjoyed the most successful period in its history under him.Ten years ago this club was in the second division and now we are one of the top ten clubs in Europe and have won the league and the cup. It is completely unjust to start criticising him because we have not won one match." But all is not lost, Mauro cocluded, saying that "We have to concentrate and find our form again, because we experienced greater problems in the past seasons, but always managed to recover in time." -- "Life is a lot more beautiful when you have to struggle and fight for something" --

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