Simeone: 'Getafe is a dangerous opponent, we must stay focused'
On the eve of the Copa del Rey quarter-final match against Getafe, Diego Simeone spoke to the media and highlighted the importance of staying focused on the game. ‘Getafe is a team that knows how to play, with great intensity and aggressiveness to recover the ball’, he said.
Simeone avoided talking about controversies and the noise generated by the derby, focusing solely on the match. ‘Our goal is to advance to the final’, he declared. Additionally, he spoke about player rotation, ensuring that the line-up will be decided based on who is in the best condition to face the opponent.
Simeone also referred to refereeing, highlighting the complexity of referees’ work and the importance of VAR in improving decisions. Finally, he mentioned the internal competition within the team and the possibility of Galán being part of the squad.