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Atlético de Madrid captain Koke shared his opinion on the upcoming match against Barcelona, which could prove crucial in the race to the top of La Liga.
Saturday’s game is significant, as it presents the red and whites with the opportunity to face the Christmas holidays as leaders of the league.
A victory over Barcelona at home would be a historic achievement for Atlético under Diego Simeone, as they had never managed to beat the Catalan team before.
Importance of the match
Koke highlighted the importance of the match, recognizing that it will be a complicated challenge. He mentioned that Barcelona is a strong team with top-level players and that these types of matches are always exciting for everyone involved.
For Atlético it is not just another game; It is an opportunity to prove your worth and compete at the highest level.
“It’s a totally different game. “Barcelona is a rival with great players and these are high-level games that we all really want to play.” he said as quoted by AS.
Who will be the favorite?
Asked about the possible outcome of the match, Koke stated that both teams are currently in a similar situation, with the same points, and that matches like this are often decided by small details.
He expressed hope that Atlético will emerge victorious, but stressed that it could go either way. The captain’s words reflect the competitive nature of the match and the conviction that it will be a close duel.
“Currently we are in the same position, with the same points. They are matches that will be decided by small details. We will see what path he takes, hopefully it will be Atleti.” he added.
The absence of Lamine Yamal
Koke also referred to the absence of Barça player Lamine Yamal, a key player in the team. While Koke acknowledged that Yamal is one of the most unique talents on the Barcelona squad, he admitted that his absence could work in Atlético’s favor.
Although he would prefer to face the best players, Koke understands that the situation presents an opportunity for Atlético to take advantage of Barcelona’s weakened lineup.
“He is one of the most different players that Barcelona has and it is a shame because you always want to play against the best. But it is a point in our favor because if you take away one of the best, that, in theory, benefits us.”
Atlético’s winless streak
Finally, Koke expressed his desire to break the club’s winless streak against Barcelona in their stadium.
Despite the historical difficulty, they remain hopeful that this Saturday could be the day they finally get the result they longed for.
For Atlético, this match is not just about the three points, but also about making a statement in their continued quest for La Liga supremacy.
“I have never beaten Barcelona away from home and why not this Saturday? We have to break the streak and hopefully it can be this Saturday.” he concluded.
