On Tuesday, Elche CF’s coach Francisco made a tribute to Atlético Madrid manager Diego Pablo Simeone during the lead-up to Elche’s match against the mattress team. The game is scheduled for this Wednesday at 9:30 at the Martínez Valero stadium. The coach of Atlético Madrid praised the Franchiverde project and credited Francisco with helping Elche progress significantly since his arrival.
The Elche boss spoke this morning, recalling, I first met Simeone seven or eight years ago. Since then, he has served as a benchmark. While some may label him as defensive, he continually competes at the highest levels—reaching European finals and fighting for the league. He is among the best coaches in the market today.
Asked about the Elche squad, Simeone did not hesitate to acknowledge the club’s growth. With the new coaching staff came noticeable improvement. He observed that the team has developed substantially, has grown in confidence, and has shown a strong competitive spirit, especially in recent fixtures. The tactical system has evolved, presenting Atlético Madrid with a difficult challenge, and he warned that they cannot afford to underestimate Elche tomorrow.
The Atlético Madrid boss noted that his own side will conduct analysis and self-criticism when the season ends, but for now the focus remains on securing a Champions League spot by defeating Elche at Martínez Valero. He added that once the campaign concludes, the club will evaluate the season as a whole and pursue growth for the present and the future. He emphasized that La Liga is still demanding, with three crucial games remaining, and stressed the need to concentrate on Elche in the next match.
The Argentinian manager reached 400 La Liga Santander matches this Wednesday. He expressed excitement about the ongoing challenge, noting that maintaining consistency in football is not easy. He thanked the club, players, and fans for their steadfast support over ten strong years, and urged everyone to stay focused on daily work, aiming to reach set goals and keep moving forward day by day.
When asked about his ten wins against Real Madrid as Atlético’s coach, he responded with a touch of irony. He smiled that luck played a part, then shifted to discussing João Félix. He said he bumped into Félix along the way and sensed a strong desire to be on the field. He also expressed hope that Félix could be available to face Sevilla in the near term.
On Tuesday, Elche CF’s coach Francisco made a tribute to Atlético Madrid manager Diego Pablo Simeone during the lead-up to Elche’s match against the mattress team. The game is scheduled for this Wednesday at 9:30 at the Martínez Valero stadium. The coach of the rojiblanco team again praised the Franchiverde project and credited Francisco with helping Elche progress significantly since his arrival.
The Elche boss spoke this morning, recalling, I first met Simeone seven or eight years ago. Since then, he has served as a benchmark. While some may label him as defensive, he continually competes at the highest levels—reaching European finals and fighting for the league. He is among the best coaches in the market today.
Asked about the Elche squad, Simeone did not hesitate to acknowledge the club’s growth. With the new coaching staff came noticeable improvement. He observed that the team has developed substantially, has grown in confidence, and has shown a strong competitive spirit, especially in recent fixtures. The tactical system has evolved, presenting Atlético Madrid with a difficult challenge, and he warned that they cannot afford to underestimate Elche tomorrow.
The Atlético Madrid boss noted that his own side will conduct analysis and self-criticism when the season ends, but for now the focus remains on securing a Champions League spot by defeating Elche at Martínez Valero. He added that once the campaign concludes, the club will evaluate the season as a whole and pursue growth for the present and the future. He emphasized that La Liga is still demanding, with three crucial games remaining, and stressed the need to concentrate on Elche in the next match.
The Argentinian manager reached 400 La Liga Santander matches this Wednesday. He expressed excitement about the ongoing challenge, noting that maintaining consistency in football is not easy. He thanked the club, players, and fans for their steadfast support over ten strong years, and urged everyone to stay focused on daily work, aiming to reach set goals and keep moving forward day by day.
When asked about his ten wins against Real Madrid as Atlético’s coach, he responded with a touch of irony. He smiled that luck played a part, then shifted to discussing João Félix. He said he bumped into Félix along the way and sensed a strong desire to be on the field. He also expressed hope that Félix could be available to face Sevilla in the near term.