Atleti goes for the Cup! The Red and White Dream
Atlético de Madrid is focusing on the Copa del Rey as a lifeline after an irregular run in LaLiga and elimination from the Champions League. Despite moments of brilliance and having competed head-to-head with the big teams, the team is now looking to make amends in the cup competition, where the semi-finals against FC Barcelona represent a golden opportunity.
The memory of the vibrant 4-4 draw in the first leg adds excitement to the tie. Cholo Simeone conveys tranquility and trusts in the team’s ability to give it their all at the Metropolitano.
“We have a very beautiful game on Wednesday and we hope to put all our energy and ability to play a great game,” declared the coach. In the locker room, the message is clear: change the chip and focus on the crucial clash against Barça.
Oblak recognized the importance of the Cup as a way to raise a title this season: “We play against a great rival like Barcelona… Get together, do our best and try to get to the final, to fight, at least, for this title.” Azpilicueta, for his part, was convinced that the team will show its best version in the Cup.
The Red and White fans dream of re-enacting the feat of 2013, when Atlético won their last Copa del Rey against Real Madrid. The road will not be easy, but the enthusiasm and the ‘colchonera’ claw are powerful weapons to lift the trophy again.
