“We Lacked The Necessary Aggression” Diego Simeone Admits After Super Cup Defeat

Written By Onyeka Daniel

Athletic Bilbao defeated Atletico Madrid in the other semi-final clash of the Spanish Super Cup to set up a date with Real Madrid.

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While Atletico took the lead, they conceded two goals in quick succession and couldn’t find a way to stretch the game beyond 90 minutes and the coach of the Los Rojiblancos has now come out to admit that his team lacked aggression, something that has plagued his team in recent times especially in the domestic League.

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It was Portuguese striker, Joao Felix, who broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute, his header beating Unai Simon after a Thomas Lemar corner.

Athletic, meanwhile refused to lay low and responded emphatically, scoring twice in the space of four minutes to turn the tie around and book a place in the final and a step closer to retaining their title, as they’re the holders of the Spanish Super Cup trophy.

“In general terms it was a good game. In the end, with the result, things were done that seem worse due to the result. Joao and his goal, [Mario] Hermoso’s game was very good. Simeone said in the post match conference.

“We have to improve in training and in the day-to-day work to prevent the situations that keep coming. We believe in the work we do. We seek to improve. We did well in the game against Rayo [Vallecano, where they won 2-0]

“But we must improve evidently and stop dropping points as well as our position in La Liga. We lack the necessary aggression.” He further added.

Meanwhile…

The hero of the night for Athletic Bilbao, Nico Williams, the brother of Inaki Williams, who is one of the leading players for Athletic has described yesterday’s victory as unforgettable as he was on hand to hand the victory to his team, scoring the winner in the 81st minutes, to complete the turn around after his team had gone behind earlier on in the second half.

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“I’m very excited,” Nico said during the post match conference. “My mother has told me that I deserve it. The truth is that the hug with my brother was an unforgettable moment. We proved we were able to recover after Atletico’s goal. Atletico control the game very well and have top players but we were able to counter their approach.

“I owe everything to Muniain, he’s a magician. I must thank him for everything he’s done for me. Real Madrid? We’re ready for any challenge. We hope to win the final.”

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