Seedorf : "It will be an open match"
Clarence Seedor admitted the difficulty of winning Atletico at the Calderon, but hopes to "enhance" his offensive play to find a "major comeback" for Milan.
Clarence Seedorf, at a press conference, highlighted that the knockout round of the UEFA Champions League will be an "open" match. "I do not expect in both teams much vary on their play at the beginning, although it is true that they have an advantage". Dutch coach wants to improve his offensive play to win the comeback. "In the first leg we had opportunities. This is difficult, but we have a chance to improve ourselves because we have traced important things before. We will seek to strengthen our attacking play", he said.
We have an opportunity to succeed, we have traced before
Diego Costa and Villa are "fantastic players", but what most concerns Seedorf is the play of the Atletico´s team. "I think they are two important players for the team but I do not belittle others. I´ve seen Atletico playing and it is quite clear that Diego Costa is a fantastic player, but the whole is what worries us the most. Villa is also a very important player and we have to take into account all the players because they are a very strong team that knows his stuff and has great quality. Atletico is a machine that works well", he said.
Milan will try to beat us tomorrow with "excitement" to write "a new chapter in its history”."Every match in the Champions League is very different. The important thing is to respect the rival as well as respect and honor our history. We are prepared for a tough battle. I find the players very good, motivated and happy because we play against a great team and we can write a new chapter in the history of our club", he said.
Finishing, the coach 'Rossoneri' praised the atmosphere at the Vicente Calderon and he said that he is "prepared" for the match. "It’s not the first time in here. It is a fantastic stadium and there is not need to be worried. This type of matches generates much enthusiasm and we feel prepared. It will be a very interesting and important event for football", he concluded.
Essien: "We are excited to play against Atletico"
Michael Essien highlighted the quality of Atletico and confirmed the excitement of the team to win at the Vicente Calderon. "This is a very important match for Milan. I know the qualities of the Atletico players and we are excited and eager to play this match tomorrow", he said.
