Simeone Amazed by Sorloth's Calmness After Decisive Goal
Diego Simeone praises Alexander Sorloth's composure after his 96th-minute winner secured Atletico Madrid's first victory at Camp Nou in 18 years.
Diego Simeone, manager of Atletico Madrid, expressed astonishment at the calm reaction of Alexander Sorloth following his stunning 96th-minute goal, which sealed a 2-1 win over Barcelona. This victory marked Atletico's first triumph at Camp Nou in 18 years and Simeone's inaugural win at Barcelona's home ground.
When asked about the goal, Simeone chose to highlight Sorloth’s demeanor, stating, "He is incredibly composed. After scoring such an amazing goal, he simply said 'goal.' His reaction was extraordinary." Simeone revealed a conversation with Sorloth weeks earlier, saying, "We discussed this approach, and he executed it perfectly in the minutes he played. He delivered under intense pressure and provided us with a crucial victory."
Simeone further praised his team, saying, "I’m thrilled with the result and the team's effort. Despite Barcelona dominating the first half, we managed to adjust, withstand their pressure, and create opportunities in the second half."