"The plan remains the same" - Diego Simeone is ready to repeat the result of the first match against Barcelona
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Head coach of Atlético Madrid, Diego Simeone, is radiating steely confidence ahead of the Champions League quarterfinal second leg against Barcelona.
Details: After securing a 2–0 victory in the first leg, Simeone made it clear he has no intention of adapting to the opposition or making chaotic adjustments to his team’s play.
“I have a plan, and I’m not going to change my mind about it,” the Atlético boss stated firmly, emphasizing that the strategy for the return clash has already been fully shaped.
Such composure from Simeone appears to be a direct response to recent remarks by Hansi Flick, who promised that Barcelona would advance without the need for any miracles. Holding a comfortable two-goal advantage, the Argentine tactician intends to rely on his trademark pragmatism.
It should be noted that the match itself is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, at 21:00 Central European Time.
Reminder: Atlético goalkeeper Jan Oblak has returned to training ahead of the Champions League fixture.
