Simeone: "We greatly value our win in Almeria"

Atlético’s coach was satisfied with the victory (0-1) against UD Almeria although he regretted not having been able to close the match before. "We controlled the match by retaining possession and the possibility of playing on the rival’s field. In the first half we had chances, which were very well met by Almeria’s goalkeeper. In the second half, after the goal, we took advantage of the gaps. We had some very nice plays with Arda on the right and left, another from Cerci on the right which could have closed the match", he added.

The team works the set pieces well because they generate those possibilities

With regard to his team’s might from set piece plays, he highlighted that they are opportunities that result from the offensive work they do. "Everyone talks of strategy, to reach a set piece you have to be attacking. To reach a corner you have to attack. Then, the team obviously works well that situation because they generate such a possibility. I think we give a lot of value to a triumph at a field where the victory we won in Almeria has always been difficult", he said.

In addition, the Argentinian has admitted that he understands the demands of Atlético’s fans but his own demand is also very high, and therefore they prepare every day. "A team like Atlético de Madrid always takes risks because obviously the work players make is fantastic but the demand is going to be equal to the success they have had. The demand is going to be greater, we must be ready to assume the responsibility that we earn. To meet the requirements that both our fans and the press ask from us", he acknowledged.