Diego Simeone on Arsenal semi-final – ‘There’s no pressure, there’s responsibility’
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone says his team faces no pressure but embraces responsibility ahead of their Champions League semi-final against Arsenal. He praised his team's intensity and style, emphasizing preparation and realism over sentiment. Simeone also addressed speculation around Julian Alvarez, acknowledging interest from top clubs. The first leg of the tie takes place at Atletico's Metropolitano Stadium.
- ▪Diego Simeone stated that Atletico Madrid feel responsibility, not pressure, ahead of their Champions League semi-final against Arsenal.
- ▪Atletico are in their first Champions League semi-final in nine years and aim to reach the final for the first time in a decade.
- ▪Simeone highlighted his team's intensity, set-piece preparation, and consistent style as key factors for the tie.
- ▪Julian Alvarez has attracted interest from clubs like Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, and Barcelona, which Simeone described as normal given his quality.
- ▪The first leg of the semi-final will be played at Atletico's Metropolitano Stadium at 21:00 CEST on Wednesday.
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