The irruption of Victor Medina (Columbus, 2001) in Panamanian soccer has caused a sensation. In just three years he achieved important achievements such as being crowned champion of the Professional League with Tauro and make the leap abroad by joining Deportivo Saprissa, club where he is a real sensation. What has been harvested, now, allows him to carve out a space in the National selectionwhich seeks to add its second classification to a World Cup. “We are going to give up our lives in these three remaining games”he mentioned in an interview with the newspaper AS.
How did the challenge of Deportivo Saprissa arise?
I appreciate the opportunity it gives me. I was at home and I received a call from someone special who always tells me everything and told me about the offer. At once I made the decision and accepted.
It didn’t take long for him to settle into the team. What is your secret?
The companions have received me in a good way since I arrived, they have supported me as well as the technical director. I think that has allowed me to adapt quickly.
What feeling does coach Iñaki Alonso’s job leave you with?
He is a good technical director, he has taught me a lot in such a short time. He gives a lot to the intensity and that was what I was missing.
Do you expect to be acquired 100% by Saprissa?
I would love for them to buy my token, but I think that takes time. Let’s see if the adaptation comes to pass.
What goals have you set with the ‘Monster’?
My first goal as soon as I arrived, as soon as I signed, is to be champion.
Do you think that Iñaki Alonso’s work was key for his call up to the Panamanian team?
Yes, actually yes. I was missing several things. I have learned to arrive (at the goal) in a good way and what I lacked the most was the intensity, the pressure.
Did the citation of ‘The Red Tide’ surprise you?
Yes, because there are good players in my position. But I knew that if I kept working, they could call me for these dates. Objective accomplished.
Do you see options to be a starter in the transcendental triple date for the 2022 World Cup?
Let’s work, step by step in these days that we have left. If it’s time, I’m ready. I feel good physically and mentally.
Coach Thomas Christiansen commented that you have been to his liking and that you have a lot of quality and a promising future. What do you think of the coach’s opinion?
I am very grateful to him. He is a person who always tries to give me the best advice. I hope to adapt soon to the idea of him.
Should Christiansen stay for one more World Cup process?
Sure, he’s proven it. Look how Panama plays, it’s a beauty to watch.
“I would love for Saprissa to buy my token”
Victor Medina
Which footballer of the national team do you admire?
Since I was little I have liked Alberto Quintero. Another one I also like is Armando Cooper.
How do you project your professional career?
For now I must continue as I am now. I must go little by little, I do not have to hurry.
How would you describe Saprissa and Panama?
Saprissa is spectacular, his fans are spectacular. His fans motivate you to fight every ball. Panama is also spectacular. I would love to play in the full Rommel, it’s my childhood dream.
What message do you leave to the fans a few days before going to the World Cup?
That they trust us. We always look forward to your support as you have. We are going to leave our lives in these three games that remain in the qualifying round.
