Diego Simeone focused on “partido a partido” ahead of Manchester United clash in Champions League

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone focused on the importance of "partido a partido" mentality ahead of their upcoming Champions League match against Manchester United at the Metropolitano stadium. Simeone addressed the recent form of Ademola Lookman, a player who has been struggling, and Álex Baena, who has been excelling. Simeone highlighted that every player goes through phases, and he believes that Lookman needs to keep pushing forward, working every day to become the player he is capable of being.

He also discussed Baena's impressive run of form and his ability to score goals, saying that the coach expects him to maintain this level of performance for the good of the team. Simeone emphasised the need for points in the competition, noting that every team fighting to stay in the Champions League needs them. The coach also discussed Manchester United's aggressive and intense pressing style, stating that they will have to control the game and create opportunities to trouble the visitors.

Simeone explained his approach to selecting the best possible lineup, managing the squad's efforts, and staying focused on the match at hand, rather than speculating about reaching the final.