Atletico Madrid striker Alexander Sorloth appeared in a press statement following the 4-1 victory over Club Brugge in the second leg of the playoff qualifying for the Champions League round of 16, after the first leg ended in a 3-3 draw.

The star of the match said in his interview: "It was an amazing game. We delivered a strong offensive performance, and my teammates gave me great passes that helped me score."

He added: "In the second half, we were better, we had more possession of the ball and were able to impose our style. Overall, we played a great match."

Regarding the opponent, he explained: "The team may not be strong on an individual level, but it is very distinctive collectively. It was a very tough opponent."

He concluded his remarks by expressing his happiness with the hat-trick, saying: "I feel great at the moment. Scoring like this gives you an exceptional feeling in front of the goal."