Argentinian coach Diego Simeone appeared before the media after his team Atletico Madrid's victory over Saint-Gilloise, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and continuing humility to achieve success.

Regarding the match, Simeone said: "We knew it would be complicated; in Eindhoven they were close until the end, and against Inter they had several chances. Today we started slowly but then improved; their pressure was dangerous, and we responded well. The first goal was a wonderful counter-attack, and Julian scored a great goal. Controlling the game wasn't easy; in the second half, we executed what we wanted, the second goal came, but there was a moment we could have defended better, which led to a period where they could have reached 3-1 or equalized at 2-2."

About Alvarez: "He is more secure now, a young player who wants more, and to achieve what he wants he must continue on this path of humility. He has complete clarity; he is Julian and knows that to reach what he wants he needs to work, be humble, and not change anything he does."

Regarding Barrios and his teammates, he added: "Barrios is improving day by day, like Julian he has room for development, but he is intense in play, recovering the ball and passing it. He shouldn't listen to everything we say about him so he can continue to grow. I also liked the way Sorlot and Jose entered, they played with great courage, and I am very happy with their efforts."

About Lou Normand, he said: "I saw him well; tomorrow he will undergo tests, and we hope the injury is as minor as possible."