Simeone: Real and Barça Distractions Will Cost Us
Diego Simeone stresses the importance of Atlético Madrid's focus on their own progress rather than comparing themselves to Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Diego Simeone, renowned for his leadership at Atlético Madrid, has once again reinforced the team's focus on their game-by-game approach. In a post-match press conference following a stellar 4-0 win over Elche, Simeone cautioned against letting the performances of rivals Real Madrid and Barcelona become a distraction.
"Our philosophy remains unchanged: we focus on one match at a time," Simeone stated firmly. "If we start looking at what Real Madrid and Barça are doing, it will drain our energy and undermine our focus. It's critical that we concentrate on our own journey and see where we stand by the final months of the season."
The victory over Elche, Atlético's fifteenth consecutive win under Simeone’s tenure, highlighted the team's depth and determination. Simeone made notable lineup adjustments, starting with several reserve players who delivered standout performances. He remarked, "I felt good energy within the squad. The players showed humility, perseverance, and a competitive spirit that makes my job of selecting the starting XI even harder."
One key player, Norwegian striker Alexander Sørloth, drew attention for his exceptional play despite being substituted early due to precautionary measures. Simeone addressed concerns about Sørloth's fitness, sharing, "We’re optimistic it's nothing serious. When he and Julián Álvarez joined at the start of the season, we knew they needed time to adjust. Now that they’ve found their rhythm, they’re showing the quality we expected, which benefits both the players and the team."
When asked about sustaining this level of performance, Simeone reiterated his trust in the team's focus. "For years, we’ve worked on maintaining consistency without being swayed by outside factors. That discipline is what defines us."
Atlético Madrid’s recent form underlines Simeone’s commitment to carving their own path in La Liga. With their steadfast focus, they aim to finish the season strong, regardless of the noise surrounding their rivals.
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