Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone expressed his great gratitude to the team's fans, emphasizing that their support has been a crucial element in his journey within the club since his arrival as a player and then as a coach in 2013.

In his statements before facing Real Sociedad in the Spanish King's Cup final on Saturday, he said: “Thank you, I can't say anything else… Thank you for the support I've received over many years,” pointing to the deep relationship he has with the fans during years of work and development.

Simeone spoke about how to handle playing in a new final, explaining that it depends on a mix of positive emotions and confidence, as he said: “We manage it with inspiration, enthusiasm, faith, humility… and confidence.”

He added that this journey is always ongoing, and the team is evolving even though the path is not always perfect as he wishes, but it reflects what he strives for.

Simeone aims to win the title to add a new championship to his record with the club, as he aspires to achieve his ninth official title with 'Los Rojiblancos'.