Atletico Madrid and Chelsea played out a goalless draw on Tuesday evening at the Vicente Calderon. The match saw José Mourinho employ an ultra-defensive system, earning recognition from Diego Simeone, the coach of Atletico Madrid.
Simeone described the match as a classic Champions League semi-final encounter, noting that both teams pursued their objectives effectively. He acknowledged Chelsea’s defensive solidity, stating, “It was a classic Champions League semi-final match. Everyone followed their objectives, ours was to score, as for them they defended very well.”
Looking ahead to the return leg, Simeone emphasized the importance of the next match and the open nature of the tie. He mentioned that Chelsea’s home advantage might provide them with comfort but expressed confidence in his team’s ability to perform. Simeone said, “This leaves the confrontation open at home. They will play at home and they will be comforted. We’ll see what happens next week.”
Despite the goalless draw, Simeone affirmed his team’s intention to score and highlighted Chelsea’s strong defensive performance. He concluded by stating that the outcome of the tie would become clearer after the next leg.
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