Comeback Mission: The Metropolitano is Key
After a hard-fought first leg at the Santiago Bernabéu, Atlético faces the return leg of the Champions League round of 16 with the conviction of being able to turn the score around at home.
The defeat has not diminished the team’s morale, who felt superior at several points in the match and trusts the Metropolitano factor to achieve qualification. In the rojiblanco dressing room, they remember the epic comeback against Inter Milan last season as an example of what they are capable of achieving with the support of their fans.
Players such as Marcos Llorente and Josema Giménez have conveyed their confidence in reversing the situation and giving the fans something to celebrate. Lenglet highlighted the team’s ability to damage the opponent and the importance of taking advantage of the remaining 90 minutes.
The coach, Diego Simeone, anticipated a great night at the Metropolitano, where they hope to have the unconditional support of their people. The Colchoneros fans are fully committed to the team, selling out tickets in record time and preparing an apotheosic welcome on Avenida de Arcentales.
The Metropolitano will become a rojiblanca cauldron, boosting the team in search of the desired pass to the quarterfinals. The union between the squad and the fans will be essential to overcome this challenge and continue dreaming in the Champions League.
