Atlético Unleashed: Simeone Praises Colchoneros' Display
Following the resounding 4-0 victory against Real Sociedad, Atlético de Madrid coach Diego Simeone expressed satisfaction and optimism. He highlighted the team’s brilliant performance, emphasizing Sorloth’s effectiveness in front of the opponent’s goal.
Simeone praised the overall performance, emphasizing the team’s ability to attack fluidly and precisely, both with a centre-forward and with the incorporation of players such as De Paul, Giuliano, Barrios or Lino from the second line.
The Argentine coach also valued the importance of maintaining defensive security, a hallmark of Atlético, and the ambition to secure qualification for the Champions League, a priority goal for the club. Simeone recalled the words of Miguel, who insisted on the need to enter the Champions League.
Regarding the improvement in the game, Simeone revealed that he conveyed to his players the conviction that, when they set their minds to it, they are capable of displaying a high level of football.
He acknowledged Sorloth’s versatility, highlighting his ability to contribute in different phases of the match, whether in aerial play, on the counter-attack or in defensive situations.
Regarding Oblak’s Zamora record, Simeone highlighted that the team plays with conviction and grows in attack, seeking above all not to concede goals, which indirectly benefits the Slovenian goalkeeper. Finally, Simeone hinted that Griezmann could leave the starting lineup, but anything can happen between now and Thursday.
