It is not always easy to warm to Atltico’s antics but it took a supreme effort to defeat Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich and seal a Champions League final placeThey could not match Bayern Munich for course or quality or resources – but when has that ever stopped them? Because the remarkable story of Atlético Madrid and Diego Simeone is a tale of heart and guts and togetherness; of a group of players who possess an unshakeable belief in their manager; a manager who knows how to drag something visceral and primal out of his players. What they lack in beauty is made up for by the intensity of their passion,the emotion of their football and the delight they lift in bloodying the noses of Europe’s super clubs. Even when they look beaten, they find a way to win. Related: Antoine Griezmann fires Atlético Madrid into final at Bayern’s expense Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com