Diego Simeone: "It will be a knockout match"

The football world will once again witness an exciting and intense clash in the UEFA Champions League play-off round. Atletico Madrid, led by Diego Simeone, will face Real Madrid in a derby. Before this match, the Argentine coach took part in a press conference and shared his thoughts.

Simeone's thoughts

"Of course, we have a lot of respect for Real Madrid. Previous derbies will not affect the upcoming match. Both teams are very strong and this will be a knockout match. Every player needs to show their best qualities in such games."

Who is the favorite?

Simeone answered this question with traditional caution: "To be honest, I never understand the benefit of naming a "favorite". Madrid and the Champions League have a special and historical connection. However, in the upcoming match we will definitely have a chance."

Fans and the city atmosphere

Simeone also noted the importance of the derby and its atmosphere for the fans: "The city must enjoy our game. For all the players, the Champions League playoffs are always something special. This match is very important for both teams."

Preparation for the Madrid derby

As a reminder, the match between "Atletico" and "Real" is scheduled to take place on the night of March 4-5 at 01:00. This match is awaited with great interest not only by Spanish but also by football fans around the world. Madrid derbies have always been full of high intensity and dramatic situations, so this clash is sure to give the fans vivid emotions. Follow “Zamin” news on “Telegram”