Diego Simeone described his Atletico Madrid players as "gladiators" and rated their performance a 10 out of 10 after they rescued a 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo in LaLiga.
Atleti saw midfielder Pablo Barrios sent off just seven minutes into Saturday's game and later fell behind to an Iago Aspas penalty.
However, Alexander Sorloth scored nine minutes from time to keep Atleti just one point adrift of Real Madrid at the summit, after Los Blancos were also held by Osasuna.
"If I had to grade it from one to 10, I clearly have to give my players a 10," Simeone said at a post-match press conference on Saturday.
"To play almost 90 minutes with one man down is something I've seen very few times and they managed to defend well, controlled the attacks of an opponent who plays aggressively.
"They had few chances except for the penalty, but we managed to equalise and we were encouraged to play for the win with what we had left in the tank.
"It was an obstacle that was put in front of us but we passed and that will make us stronger.
"The boys are in a good moment and what I saw out there after the red card, we were gladiators... Ninety minutes with one down, you know? It's very, very tough..."
Madrid still top the standings with 51 points, despite being pegged back by an Ante Budimir penalty as they also drew 1-1 on Saturday.
Barcelona are third on 48 points and will face sixth-placed Rayo Vallecano on Monday.
GaddafiJamal
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if that barrios one is red… I’m sure it’s red for the guy who did the same on mbappe
"If That Barrios One Is Red, I’m Sure It’s Red For The Guy Who Did The Same On Mbappe" Isn’t Comparing, You’re Complaining About The Fact That Barrios Received A Red Card & The Other Guy Didn’t.. Else, Why Talk About It? English Isn’t For Everyone, I Understand 🤧😂
AtinHangsing
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Who’s Talking About Comparing Here? You Are Complaining Is What I Said Jon 🤧😂
If you read clearly. I said I’m comparing not complaining bro. There’s a difference to addressing the situation and complaining. I guess you like to comment to try to piss people off. But hey, there’s a lot more to that. Respect when a team lose and respect when they win. You’ll get more respect from both.
Fatbeikor24
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Cry Hard Please 😭😂
You will cry, not me.
GaddafiJamal
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It’s comparing not complaining bro. And it’s a draw not a defeat.
Who’s Talking About Comparing Here? You Are Complaining Is What I Said Jon 🤧😂
AtinHangsing
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You’re Complaining & That’s Crying, Accept Defeat & Move On 😭😂
It’s comparing not complaining bro. And it’s a draw not a defeat.
GaddafiJamal
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No body is crying. Just addressing the situation.
You’re Complaining & That’s Crying, Accept Defeat & Move On 😭😂
supadilmrt
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Someone is only manager who appreciate his team in any condition 🙏
yeah. that's why he's accomplished all he's got. he tries to adapt to everything. doesn't blame outside factors. he's played with two forwards before, he's played with one, he's played with 4 midfielders, he's played with 5. I'm a Liverpool fan but I appreciate what he's done with atletico especially when I look at the resources and money he's had to work with.
AtinHangsing
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Cry Haaarrrd 😭😂
No body is crying. Just addressing the situation.
GaddafiJamal
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Would you not blame VAR because Simeone doesn't, even if they are wrong? Simeone is just a toxic guy who hates Real Madrid and everything associated with the team.
Cry Hard Please 😭😂
GaddafiJamal
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Okay Let’s Say that’s a red card too! Doesn’t change the fact the referee was bad. Would’ve been 3-0 if he’d make good decisions!
Cry Haaarrrd 😭😂
AtinHangsing
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the difference is, Atletic never complained but Madrid are shedding tears.
The difference is Barrios got a deserved red. Why will they complain? What’s there to? Whereas the one who tackled mbappe got yellow so there’s a complaint? Doesn’t take a genius to understand that.
AtinHangsing
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And about this one??
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Okay Let’s Say that’s a red card too! Doesn’t change the fact the referee was bad. Would’ve been 3-0 if he’d make good decisions!
Fatbeikor24
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Why not praising them coz dey played 99 minutes plus with 10 men en goal down 4 like 65minutes buh madrid was reduced 2 ten men in second half with a goal too
Please go watch the match, and then you can comment.
Fatbeikor24
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while Madrid are always complaining to test some of their own medicine, Simeone isn't blaming VAR, officials and everyone for their draw.
Would you not blame VAR because Simeone doesn't, even if they are wrong? Simeone is just a toxic guy who hates Real Madrid and everything associated with the team.
jizaklmors
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While Real Madrid is sad about their draw, this one is unashamedly praising his players.
while Madrid are always complaining to test some of their own medicine, Simeone isn't blaming VAR, officials and everyone for their draw.
jizaklmors
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if that barrios one is red… I’m sure it’s red for the guy who did the same on mbappe
the difference is, Atletic never complained but Madrid are shedding tears.
Peterbreezy41
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if that barrios one is red… I’m sure it’s red for the guy who did the same on mbappe
And about this one??
Zezesol400
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second half???... away at Osasuna who beat Barcelona, Atletico were playing in front of their fans who gave them energy.
meib u right here
dencknpst
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Why not praising them coz dey played 99 minutes plus with 10 men en goal down 4 like 65minutes buh madrid was reduced 2 ten men in second half with a goal too
second half???... away at Osasuna who beat Barcelona, Atletico were playing in front of their fans who gave them energy.
Ciuelnopuy
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because he's turning that barrios to kunfu player . each match red card
mapaelsuyz
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we need winning
AtinHangsing
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if that barrios one is red… I’m sure it’s red for the guy who did the same on mbappe
Rock88
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Someone is only manager who appreciate his team in any condition 🙏
zeuabdeklr
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Good coach
Zezesol400
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While Real Madrid is sad about their draw, this one is unashamedly praising his players.
Why not praising them coz dey played 99 minutes plus with 10 men en goal down 4 like 65minutes buh madrid was reduced 2 ten men in second half with a goal too
Fatbeikor24
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While Real Madrid is sad about their draw, this one is unashamedly praising his players.