This Friday, Gustavo Costas had a special moment during the first few minutes of his birthday when Racing Club achieved the Recopa Sudamericana title by defeating Botafogo in Brazil. The emotion was doubled for the coach, who expressed his satisfaction for being the leader of such a talented and committed group of players. Costas also made it clear that his next big goal is the Copa Libertadores, which he sees as the next objective to conquer.

Gustavo Costas' emotion after Racing's victory

“They gave me the best gift of my life, spectacular. It’s the nicest birthday I’ll ever have,” confessed Gustavo Costas after the match. However, he didn’t hide his sadness about the absence of his father, who couldn’t be there to celebrate this achievement. In his statement, he also highlighted the importance of winning in a convincing manner. "I don’t want to leave as champion losing 1-0. Real champions must win," said Costas, emphasizing his team's great performance in the final.

As for his plans for the future, Gustavo Costas made it clear that the Copa Libertadores is his next big challenge. “It’s one more dream. We have one more final on March 13 or 16, the derby against Independiente, which we have to win no matter what. After that, we’ll dream about the Libertadores,” said the coach of Racing. With renewed ambition, Costas called on his players to keep dreaming big and fight for more international titles.

A victory dedicated to Racing Club supporters

Costas also emphasized the importance of showing through actions the desire to win the Copa Libertadores. “One thing is talking about it, and another is proving you want to win it. If we want to take Racing to the top, we have to go for the Libertadores,” he said firmly. After winning two international titles after 36 years, the coach made it clear that Racing cannot stop and must continue seeking new conquests.

Despite the joy and euphoria from the Recopa Sudamericana victory, Gustavo Costas did not forget the two Racing Club fans who were attacked before the final against Botafogo. “For Gabriel and Cristian, who unfortunately couldn’t watch us, and Gabriel, who is in worse shape than Cristian, we wish them the best. May they recover and get better,” said Costas. In his emotional dedication, the coach concluded: “This Recopa, from the heart, we dedicate to them.”