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Kovacic's standout goal, described aptly as “fantastic” for its decisiveness and impact, ignited a renewed spirit in the team. This pivotal moment exemplified their ability to overcome adversity, as Kovacic himself articulated, “It was in the beginning of the second half... it gave us a great push to keep going.” His humbleness in crediting team dynamics over personal accolades characterized the spirit of the squad.
Despite claims of being a top goal-scoring defender in Europe, Gvardiol downplayed individual achievements, focusing instead on collective success, underscoring the belief that winning games holds greater significance than individual recognition.