Atalanta head coach Gian Piero Gasperini expressed his satisfaction following a 2-2 draw against Barcelona in the Champions League, despite missing a chance to secure a place in the top eight. He emphasized that the experience of competing against top European teams was invaluable for his players. Atalanta, now ninth in the league, will face either Club Brugge or Sporting in the play-off round. Gasperini highlighted the importance of the experience over tangible results and noted their history in recent competitions, including a Europa League victory last season.
"We are Atalanta, we have to be happy to play in the Champions League, to compete with the best European teams... Those who think differently [must be] frustrated."
"It's the first one all the way. We are in the Champions League. We will next play and see what happens against Sporting or Brugge, it's not like we're used to it."
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