Simeone's Atlético: A Model of Constant Success
In 2021, Monchi, then sporting director of Sevilla, acknowledged the economic superiority of Real Madrid and Barcelona, but highlighted Atlético de Madrid as a model to follow.
According to Monchi, Cholo Simeone had managed to consolidate a project that allowed Atlético to compete head-to-head with the two giants and aspire to the League title. Monchi aspired for Sevilla to emulate that success, consolidating close to the leaders to take advantage of their weaknesses.
While Sevilla, after a brief period of glory and a title in 2023, has moved away from the leading positions and its economy has been affected, Atlético, under Simeone, has maintained a line of consistency and ambition.
Although the 2021 league title seems like a distant memory, the Colchoneros continue to be a formidable rival in every competition they play, demonstrating that Simeone’s project is a model of success and stability in Spanish football. Atlético has been able to build its own identity and a philosophy of play that have made it a respected and competitive team at national and international level.
