‘Whoever does not feel strength and energy, let him know’

Statements by Diego Simeone, coach of Atlético de Madrid, after the 2-1 defeat against Sevilla.

Atletico Madrid, Spanish champions, lost this Saturday against Sevilla, 2-1, being already 13 points behind La Liga leaders, Real Madrid, and eight behind second-placed, precisely the opponent this Saturday.

After the match, Diego Simeone, coach of the “colchonero emblem” was asked again about João Félix, who was an option for the second part of the match.

“He played a good second half and that’s good for him and for the team,” said the coach, before explaining how to turn around a moment like the one the club is experiencing in the league.

“Insisting, not lowering the arms. Who does not feel strength and energy [para dar a volta à situação], let me know. I’ve been here for ten years, we used to finish 12 points off the top spot. Now, unfortunately, we are in that situation and what we have to look for is to find the confidence, security and forcefulness so that things work the way they should. It’s a difficult time and obviously the responsibility is mine,” he explained.

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