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Diego Simeone Fires Back at PSG-Bayern Hype
TL;DR
Diego Simeone criticized the hype surrounding the PSG vs. Bayern Munich match, which ended 5-4, stating that conceding five goals is not ideal for coaches. He contrasted this with the less exciting 1-1 draw between Atletico Madrid and Arsenal.
Key points
- Diego Simeone criticized the hype around PSG vs. Bayern Munich
- The match ended with a score of 5-4
- Atletico Madrid drew 1-1 with Arsenal
- Simeone noted conceding five goals is not good for coaches
- He acknowledged the match was entertaining for viewers
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The day after the spectacular clash between PSG and Bayern Munich (5-4), played Tuesday in the Champions League semifinal first leg, Atletico Madrid and Arsenal (1-1) parted with a draw, much more dull.
Like the scoreline, the Colchoneros and the Gunners delivered a performance far less exciting than the confrontation between the Parisians and Bavarians. An analysis greatly nuanced by Atletico coach Diego Simeone.
The Atletico coach even views the fact that they conceded so many goals in a negative light. "When a match ends with a score of 5-4, everyone says: 'What a beautiful match!' I say: they scored five goals against us. I don't know if it's such a good match for us coaches, but on television, it was obviously magnificent," he told Amazon Prime.
Conversely, some observers, such as Thierry Henry, did not hide their disappointment. The former Arsenal striker and CBS analyst believes that the intensity brutally dropped between the two matchups: "Yesterday (Tuesday), we were on the moon. Today (Wednesday), we came back down to planet Earth. A real sleeping pill compared to the match we saw the day before."
Cesc Fabregas Says PSG-Bayern Was Best Match of His Life
Cesc Fabregas had the chance to attend Tuesday's PSG 5-4 Bayern. The current Como coach, who has managed to make his club the revelation of Serie A, was invited by PSG to the Parc des Princes' VIP section. He was literally captivated by the spectacle of the two teams, as he admitted at a press conference.
Q&A
What did Diego Simeone say about the PSG vs. Bayern Munich match?
Diego Simeone expressed that while the 5-4 scoreline was exciting for viewers, conceding five goals is not favorable for coaches.
How did Atletico Madrid perform against Arsenal?
Atletico Madrid played to a 1-1 draw against Arsenal, which Simeone described as a much less exciting match compared to PSG vs. Bayern.
What was the significance of the PSG vs. Bayern Munich Champions League match?
The match was significant as it showcased a high-scoring encounter in the Champions League semifinals, generating considerable excitement and media attention.