Last night, I was like thousands of Atletico fans who witnessed our extra-time defeat in the Spanish Super Cup. Watching the team's game in Saudi Arabia, I have mixed feelings in my heart. Atletico's performance has been both exciting and regrettable.
Simeone said in his post-match interview'We played a good game and we were close to victory. ”Indeed, we showed the spirit of Atletico throughout the game, that never-say-die attitude. The team's resoluteness and hard work are vividly reflected, but the lack of defense is our shortcoming. The coach is right, it needs to be improved from himself.
Speaking about next week's Copa del Rey, Simeone stressed that this is not revenge, but a new competition. I like the way he looks at the game, there are no permanent enemies on the football pitch, only the next one.
Regarding the physical exertion, Simeone believes that the fitness of the team is good, and this is also reflected on the pitch. Although we didn't make it to the end in the end, the hard work and effort of the players was evident. "They did their best. ”This sentence touched me and made me proud of this team.
At the post-match press conference, Simeone began by thanking the Saudi fans. This trip to Saudi Arabia is not only a game, but also part of the club's development. It's a good feeling to see the fans who support us from afar away in Saudi Arabia.
The course of the game was full of ups and downs. We were in control for most of the game, but in the end it was the insistence of the opposition and our slippery form in extra-time that led to the result. Simeone's words remind us'There's no revenge in football, there's another game and another situation. ”
When it comes to defending, Simeone admits that improvements are needed. I agree with that, we have a good offense, but the defense is a real problem. I believe Simeone has the ability to adjust this area, after all, he has built Atletico into one of the best defensive teams in Europe.
In the final stages of the game, we did look a little overwhelmed. But as Simeone said, these are all areas that can be improved. Every defeat for the team is a foreshadowing for the next victory.
Although we lost this time, I saw the potential and the future of the team. We've got great coaches, we've got players who work hard, and we've got the best fans in the world. We will continue to support Atletico in the next game because this is our team, our home.
Atletico, come on! Next game, let's win together!