Atlético: Going for Champions League with Heart!
Cholo Simeone conveys optimism and confidence ahead of the crucial Champions League match at the Metropolitano. The Argentine coach says he is ‘very well’ and fully trusts his players’ ability to turn the tie around.
He acknowledges that the match will have different phases and energies, and that they will have to overcome difficult moments, but he is confident in the quality and freshness of the squad to seek the decisive goal.
Simeone highlights the ‘heart’ of his players and assures that they will go all out to continue in the competition, dreaming of reaching the final. He emphasizes the importance of playing at home, with the support of the fans, although he insists that the key will be the performance on the pitch.
The coach trusts the youth of players like Giuliano, Barrios, Lino and Riquelme, who face a great challenge. Analyzing the opponent, Simeone highlights their verticality and bets on a collective game that alternates different styles.
The coach approaches the match with joy and excitement, aware of the importance it has for Atlético and its fans. Although they have not specifically prepared penalties, they do not rule out doing so at the end of training. Simeone fully trusts that Griezmann will offer a great game and, true to his style, leaves the final result in the hands of destiny, stating that ’the only one who knows what will happen is God’.
