Koke, Atletico Madrid player, spoke after the draw with Arsenal in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals at the Metropolitano Stadium, confirming that his team was capable of winning despite the difficult start.

Koke said: "We tried, and we started the match late after a penalty that I see as dubious, and we had chances to win, but it will be decided in the return match. They defend very well and have very fast players in attack."

The Atletico Madrid player continued discussing his team's performance in the second half, saying: "This is the team we should be, and if we play at this level we can win."

Regarding the missed opportunities, he explained: "We lacked finishing the match with the chances we had, they reached the edge of the penalty area but without creating danger."

Koke also praised his teammate Antoine Griezmann, saying: "We hope the London match is not his last in the Champions League."

He concluded his remarks about the referee's performance by saying: "Just like us when we make mistakes in passing or scoring, everyone tries to give their best."