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former Sevilla manager Luis García Plaza expressed deep concern about the death of Jesús de Miguel and believes the matchday should not have been played, citing player anxiety over safety.

former Sevilla manager Luis García Plaza held a press conference ahead of Friday's match against Alavés at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, addressing the tragic death of Jesús de Miguel on the pitch. García Plaza sent condolences to the player's family and friends, calling it "an authentic tragedy" and expressing his belief that the matchday should not have been played, comparing it to previous decisions to postpone fixtures following the train accident and DANA flooding.

The manager reflected on the psychological impact on players, saying that goalkeepers and outfield players alike will be affected by fear during aerial challenges and divided balls. "There will be fear, it's very recent," he said, arguing that more time should have been allowed before resuming play.

García Plaza also discussed Alavés, a club where he spent three happy years, calling it "exemplary" while noting his desire to win Friday's match. He praised Alavés's physical strikers and experience, warning they will make things difficult despite their recent poor run of results. On Sevilla's form, he defended his sixth-placed team, saying they are performing well overall and that each victory requires maximum effort. He confirmed that Isaac and Fofana are available for selection.