Simeone: Barcelona Didn't Deserve to Lose

Diego Simeone, the head coach of Atlético Madrid, expressed his thoughts following his team's 2-1 victory over Barcelona at Camp Nou. This win marked Atlético's first triumph at Barcelona's home ground since 2006, propelling them to the top of LaLiga with a three-point lead.

Simeone acknowledged the strength of the opposition, stating, "Barcelona was superior during significant portions of the match." He emphasized that, despite Barcelona's dominance and numerous goal-scoring opportunities, his team's resilience and strategic substitutions were pivotal in securing the win.

He highlighted the performance of goalkeeper Jan Oblak, whose crucial saves kept Atlético in contention, and forward Alexander Sorloth, whose decisive goal sealed the victory. Simeone remarked on Sorloth's composure, noting, "Sorloth is cold; he scores the goal and simply says 'goal'."

Reflecting on the match's outcome, Simeone commented, "Barcelona didn't deserve to lose." He praised his players for their effort, humility, and adaptability, which were instrumental in overcoming a formidable opponent.

On a personal note, Simeone dedicated the victory to his late father, whose birthday coincided with the match day, adding an emotional layer to the historic win.