In a crucial Champions League match, Real Madrid edged Atlético Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu. Despite their loss, Atlético coach Diego Simeone expressed optimism, noting that Real's failure to secure a third goal has left the matchup open for the return leg. Both coaches acknowledged the challenges ahead, with Ancelotti emphasizing the toughness of the upcoming second leg. Atlético's players feel motivated to pull off a turnaround in front of their home fans, showcasing the competitive nature of this derby clash.
"We ended up competing well," Atlético coach Simeone said in his post-match news conference. "There was just that risk at the end, when they won the ball, with Mbappé and Vinícius to finish it off. The hope, that it wasn't a goal, leaves the door open for what comes next."
Real coach Carlo Ancelotti said, "If it was difficult today, imagine how difficult it will be on Wednesday. But we have a small advantage. It will be difficult [at the Metropolitano]. Not much will change."
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