LaLiga Matchweek 6: Team of the Week

Manager

Mauricio Pellegrino

Mauricio Pellegrino - CD Leganés

There was an element of risk this summer with a particular coaching change in LaLiga, both for the individual selected for the position and for the club involved. After being sacked by Southampton, Mauricio Pellegrino signed a one-year deal with Leganés and took on the task of keeping them in the top flight.

If Wednesday’s result is any indication, he should have no problem achieving that objective.

The 46-year-old organised his line-up effectively, and the players carried out his orders to perfection. Solid defensive work helped to limit Barcelona’s scoring chances, and a 2-1 triumph will not be forgotten any time soon by supporters.

Perhaps the most under-rated part of this showing can be found in Pellegrino’s ability to keep his squad motivated and believing in themselves, as it could have been easy to fall apart protecting their slender advantage in the second half. However, with the right tactics, a famous victory was cemented in history.

Ultimately, there is a very good chance that Pellegrino stays with Leganes beyond just this current season.