Diego Simeone praises Real MadridCounter-attack style in their 2-1 win Atlético Madrid during Sunday’s derby, saying it reminded him of his own teams, who have been criticized for being too defensive.
Rodrygo and Federico Valverde scored in the first half to put Madrid in control at the Metropolitano Stadium.
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Mario Hermoso responded with a late consolation goal, before being sent off in extra time, as Madrid clinched six of their six wins in LaLiga.
The loss to Atletico leaves them 8 points behind the leader of the group Madrid, ranked 7th in the table.
“Madrid has a really good, direct style,” Simeone said in his post-match press conference.
“Their transition from defense to attack is quick and extremely clinical. I love that. They’re organized in defense, counter-attack and taking chances. It’s a fantastic job. great coach [Carlo Ancelotti]. “
“I love seeing a team that defends deep and attacks like that,” added Simeone.
“It reminds me of the team we had Diego Costa, play counterattack. People criticize us for being defensive. But when you’re clinical, it’s magic football. “
Critics often see Simeone’s Atletico as playing overly conservative or negative football during his successful decade at the club.
His opposing figure is Ancelotti has no objection to Simeone’s comments when they brought him in on Sunday.
“Yes, we defended deep. We are used to it,” said Ancelotti.
“We have prevented the danger Antoine Griezmann and Joao Felix. If Simeone says we defended well in a low zone, I thank him. I think that’s a compliment. “
