Simeone showed respect for the game that Atletico will play Sunday at El Sadar. "It's a difficult encounter with an opponent who is comfortable in their own ground, playing with a large and intense pace. We'll have to go out strong because we will find an enthusiastic opponent.” In addition , he denied categorically the possibility that he would tamper with the starting lineup.

The Argentine coach , said that "over the months we are geting used to the responsibility that comes with being in this club and we always have the need to show the best we have."

He is not thinking beyond this game, "we are always looking for three points. I really do not think about the next game. We’re coming up against Osasuna , we know that tomorrow we need all the strength we have. Hopefully we can resolve the game in the best way because it will not be a simple game."

Finally, in reference to the changes in the San Siro, he stressed that "I am guided by the characteristics of what the game needs, not the names. I understood that the team needed speed, people outside who could drive. The characteristics of Cristian and Adrian at the ideal time for that game. It is logical that having players like Diego, Villa, Toby, Sosa on the bench anyone who goes on can make a difference" he said.