After winning the Clausura, Santiago Ascacibar left a series of sensations that reflect the importance of dedication in a team ready to compete until the end. The midfielder said excitedly: “Happy, excited, proud of the team we have and now we have to go one step further.”
The club-trained player used his childhood jersey to underline what it means to lift a trophy: “It is special for those who come from the quarry to be masters here.” And he added: “People know what this institution is. “You were born in this city, you grew up, you saw what the DNA is, the essence of this club, and winning like this is the truth that is the most beautiful thing there is.”
Referring to the agonizing winning goal, Ascacibar interpreted it as the team’s trademark: “The goal in the 47th minute of the second half is the Pincha DNA: recovering from adversity and mentality. Never give up, always keep going, you can.” I told Guido four weeks ago and he can tell you: “Gordo, prepare, we will reach the final and you will score a goal.” And it happened.
“You long to play the Libertadores with this club and have the mystique of playing this type of cup”
Santiago Ascacíbar commented on his future at Estudiantes after winning the Clausura tournament on penalties against Racing#LPFxTNTSports pic.twitter.com/Mwt3maZsJ4
— TNT Sports Argentina (@TNTSportsAR) December 14, 2025
He also highlighted the value of the striker, a key figure in Albirroja’s campaign: “He’s a top scorer and he shows it in games like this. Show me that in all the finals we have.”
When asked about the superiority achieved in midfield against Racing, he replied: “We worked, it was teamwork, and the truth is that we countered well.”
Regarding his future, the Russian avoided definitions: “I don’t know, I have to finish the year. You evaluate what you’ve done. Now I have a finale in a little week, so I’m involved in that.” Although he acknowledged the appeal of the continental tournament: “It is what you always long for at this club and there is something mystical about taking part in cups like this.”
About The Author
