Last Wednesday, Atlético thought it had overthrew Real Madrid in the Champions League. Victorious 1-0 After extra time, the Madrid club finally fell to penalties, in a climate of live controversy. The shot of Julián Álvarez, initially validated, was canceled for an alleged double contact, a rare Var decision which sealed the elimination of the Colchoneros.
Diego Simeone, usually measured, did not hide his wrath: “Those who think Julián has touched the ball twice, raise their hands!” You see, nobody rises it. »» A direct criticism of arbitration, deemed “unfair” by the Argentinian technician.
Anger, rage, injustice: the explosive cocktail of Simeone
Three days later, the injury remains open. “” We understand our people. What we all feel about Atléti is anger, rage and injustice ”,
El Cholo said at a press conference this Saturday. An anger he intends to transform into a weapon against Barça this Sunday (9 p.m.).
If the coach acknowledges having “Work for the team to remain competitive”, His speech implies a motivation reinforced by this feeling of injustice. “The only thing I can do is push my players to answer on the field”, he added, implying a desire for symbolic revenge.
Atlético vs Barça: a capital issue in Liga
The reception of Barça represents much more than a simple match. A victory would allow Atlético to exceed its rival in the ranking (additional day played), consolidating its chances for the conquest of the title. On the other hand, a backhand and the mattress will be almost won in this three fight, which also involves Real Madrid.
Simeone, who has already castigated ” an incomprehensible var decision ”, Building on the energy of the Metropolitano to transcend its team. “Our audience deserves a strong response”he slipped, calling for a collective start.
In a context where psychological tension is at its height, Atlético could draw from this rage to surprise a Barça in full swing. It remains to be seen whether the anger of Simeone and his men will turn into force … or overheating.
