Simeone recognized the accumulation of matches, but said that "kids are used to playing with three or four days rest. Tomorrow I hope we play a good match." In line with this, the Argentine said that "it is football, fatigue exists. We must overcome his wit the help of the physios who are working very well to get everyone in the best shape."

As for what to expect from Valencia, the Atletico coach is very clear. "They have the need to score. I imagine a game where they will try to play like they did near the end in Valencia, their last minutes were very good. We will adapt to the game situations we've seen because they have a great squad and it will be a tough game, with a 50% chance of going through."

Diego Pablo Simeone recognised that he has a few doubts regarding formation. "We still have time, tonight we will concentrate and tomorrow we will decide which players will start", and regarding Jose Sosa, "he is better, growing, knowing the group. He has some quality details that the team can use. He may be an option for tomorrow, but I have a few doubts."

About Diego Costa he said "He is very good for the team because he draws many players. He uses his strengths, power and speed, which makes him a feared player on the offensive side."

Finally and to dispel doubts about the strength of the team tomorrow, he said that "we’re in a competition that has given us many joys and we will respect it, as we respect the friendlies in Peru or Argentina. We have this feature, we can play good or bad, win, lose or draw, but the intent is the best of the group" he said.