De Paul: Atleti's strength lies in the collective
Rodrigo De Paul, a key figure for Atlético de Madrid, analyzed the crucial match at the Metropolitano against Real Madrid, corresponding to the return leg of the Round of 16. With the mission of overcoming the 2-1 deficit from the first leg, the Argentine midfielder expressed confidence in the team’s possibilities.
After recovering from a blow suffered, De Paul highlighted the importance of approaching the tie with an integral focus: physical, mental, and tactical. He emphasized that collective effort is fundamental to overcoming the opponent.
Despite being one of the players who covers the most kilometers in the Champions League, he emphasized that this data is simply a consequence of the team’s commitment and dedication. Looking ahead to the momentous match, De Paul stressed the need to enjoy the moment and play as a true unit.
Aware of the difficulty of the challenge, he highlighted the importance of each player feeling important and committed to the cause. The Argentine is confident that, with the unconditional support of the fans, the team will be able to guide the match towards victory.
Regarding the strategy to overcome the tie, De Paul joked about the need to score more goals than the opponent. He acknowledged the quality of Real Madrid’s players, but reiterated that the key lies in focusing on their own game and exploiting the strengths of Atlético de Madrid. With intelligence and the encouragement of the fans, De Paul is confident that Atleti will be able to turn the score around and advance in the competition.
