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SÁB 04.06.2016
Saturday was another day full of emotions and football at the 25th PAMESA LaLiga Promises National Tournament, with the round of 16 and quarter-finals keenly contested. There was disappointment for the eight sides who were knocked out, while the four teams who booked a berth in the semi-finals were left with smiles on their faces, although sportsmanship and fair play were once again the biggest winners on the day.
The last-16 ties were played in the morning and produced a quarter-final lineup of R. Sporting v RC Celta, Atletico Madrid v RCD Espanyol, Villarreal CF v Real Betis and Real Madrid v Malaga CF, with oodles of passion and enjoyment on show.
"LaLiga Promises is the best tournament in Spain and coming here is a reward for our hard work and efforts day in, day out," Malaga player Andres Carlos told LaLiga. Atletico Madrid's Ignacio echoed these thoughts, adding that, "It's a unique experience. We're having fun and have made a lot of friends."
Meanwhile, Sporting's Enol Prendes was keen to pay tribute to his teammates, including those squad members not involved: "I want to dedicate the goal I scored to all my teammates who missed out on playing."
The competition's focus on furthering the participants' development while ensuring they have a good time is something that is embraced by the coaches and families of the children in action: "We appreciate having a tournament like this. It's really nice to see the kids make friends with lads from other teams," said Alex, the manager of the RC Celta Under-12s. "This is something the kids look forward to all year. They come here brimming with excitement and itching to enjoy every moment," noted Valencia CF youth coach Ignacio.
A piledriver! @atletiengIish hurtle into the semi-finals at #LaLigaPromises! https://t.co/qEPJrNsKV7
— LaLiga (@LaLigaEN) June 4, 2016
All in all, the competition is a perfect showcase for the enthusiasm of all the participants, who relish this opportunity to do their best, enjoy themselves and play the sport they love on a great stage.
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