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Miranda: "We will look to be crowned champions"

Joao Miranda insisted on the importance of staying focused throughout the game and said that the little details that can make the difference in a final.

Atletico have reached their third final in two years. After winning the previous two, they are facing the third with the same enthusiasm and without feeling inferior to anyone as Miranda highlighted "The favourites doesn’t always win. We will look to be crowned champions." He used one example, the final where Atletico beat Chelsea in Monaco. "The Chelsea game is an example. You have to prove on the field that you deserve the win and we will go for it," he said.

The Brazilian also evaluated the importance of the Atletico attack. "A game can be won win in attack and the two attacks are very good. Our defence is the best in the league, any detail can decide the game. We have Diego and Falcao who are spectacular players. They know that Falcao is a decisive player who has shown in other finals," he said.


The details may decide a contest according to Miranda, who insists on having a high level of concentration. "in a game like this you have to be focused. Concentration is vital in a game like this. I try to stay focused and do my best." said the centre back.

He also had words of praise for the fans that will without doubt perform on Friday. "Our fans will be there and will support us. Our fans will sing louder than them," he added before concluding.