Alvarez: It was a crazy scenario, and Barcelona is one of the best teams in Europe
Julian Alvarez, star of Atletico Madrid, appeared in press statements after the 4-4 draw against Barcelona in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals at Montjuic Stadium.
The player said: "It was a crazy scenario, we knew it wouldn't be an easy match, they are one of the best teams."
He added: "Everything was very even, we were winning, but they managed to score from a set piece. With them leading 4-2, we had to wait to see if we could reduce the deficit."
He continued: "We are working hard for endurance and to always be in the game, and the team shows that."
He concluded: "Barcelona is one of the best teams in Europe, and they play very well, and we are trying to do our best using our strengths."
The player said: "It was a crazy scenario, we knew it wouldn't be an easy match, they are one of the best teams."
He added: "Everything was very even, we were winning, but they managed to score from a set piece. With them leading 4-2, we had to wait to see if we could reduce the deficit."
He continued: "We are working hard for endurance and to always be in the game, and the team shows that."
He concluded: "Barcelona is one of the best teams in Europe, and they play very well, and we are trying to do our best using our strengths."
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