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THE CENTRE BACK SEALS WINNNER

Godin: "The team showed the desire to win again"

The Atletico center back got the third goal with his head. The Uruguayan emphasised the illusion of the whole team after the victory against Valladolid.

After contributing in the victory against Valladolid with a head goal, Diego Godin he was very pleased with his individual performance and teams after the victory at the Calderon. The Uruguayan made it 3-0 with a header and enjoyed two more chance with the head. A comprehensive performance for the centre back in his 200th game.


The center back spoke about the two goals in the first four minutes, showing the ambition of Simeone’s men. "Our first 20 minutes were spectacular. The match was marked by the desire of this team, hunger and desire to win," he said.

Regarding his goal, Godin said that “Its shows the desire of the team." "I really wanted it, like all my colleagues, we wanted to make things right. I was able to contribute with a goal but more importantly we won and that gives us three important points to follow up on top of the table," said the Atletico player.

The Uruguayan left the field with good feeling. After three consecutive defeats, the three points were well deserved. "We got back to playing football and won with a good feelings. The only way out is working hard when you lose," he said.