Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has identified the three strongest football teams in Europe following a historic victory on Wednesday. Simeone shared his thoughts after leading his side to a stunning 2-0 win against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg.
The Argentine tactician was full of praise for his opponents despite defeating them on their home turf. He acknowledged the immense quality present in the current European football landscape.
Historic victory for Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou
The match saw goals from Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sørloth secure a vital advantage for the visitors ahead of the return leg. Simeone noted that winning at the Camp Nou is a rare and incredibly difficult feat for his team.
He credited the result to exceptional teamwork and the ability of his players to capitalize on crucial moments throughout the game. The manager admitted that he had never seen his Atletico side win at the iconic stadium before this encounter.
Barcelona and PSG among the continental elite
When asked about the current hierarchy of European football, Simeone singled out three clubs as the continent’s very best. He named Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Bayern Munich as the teams to beat.
“Barcelona are arguably the best team in Europe, along with Paris and Bayern,” Simeone stated during his post-match interview. His comments suggest that despite the first-leg loss, he still views the Blaugrana as a massive threat in the competition.
