Leganés Coach Mocks Simeone After Atlético Victory
Borja Jiménez mocks Diego Simeone after Leganés' 1-0 victory over Atlético Madrid, then later apologizes for his actions.
Borja Jiménez, head coach of Leganés, mocked Diego Simeone after his team’s 1-0 victory over Atlético Madrid in a tense La Liga match. Jiménez’s mocking gesture was in direct response to Simeone’s previous complaints about refereeing decisions. During the game, after Atlético Madrid’s penalty claim was denied, Jiménez was seen imitating Simeone's famous post-match behavior, pretending to cry and saying, 'Now speak! Now speak! Go to the press conference and cry.'
The mocking comments came after Simeone had criticized refereeing decisions in the lead-up to the match, particularly regarding a controversial penalty call in a previous Real Madrid-Celta match. Jiménez’s reaction sparked an emotional response, but it was short-lived. Later, he expressed regret for his actions, stating, 'I want to apologize for my behavior. I got carried away in the heat of the moment and should not have reacted this way. It doesn’t represent my usual conduct, and I apologize to everyone, especially to my team and Simeone.'
Despite the penalty miss by Antoine Griezmann in the second half, Leganés held on to secure a valuable 1-0 win, ending Atlético Madrid's winning streak under Simeone. The victory was a significant achievement for Jiménez and further highlighted the tension between the two managers, adding fuel to the rivalry.
Jiménez's apology after the match showcased his character, as he reflected on his actions and emphasized respect for his fellow managers and the integrity of the game. Despite the controversy, the match ended with Leganés walking away with the three points and a memorable win over the high-flying Atlético Madrid.
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