"There's no substitute for Pablo. Johnny's injury hurts us, Simeone said. The young players who have arrived, Rodrigo and Vargas, are integrating into the group; they're in the adaptation phase. Rodrigo played a decent game on Sunday, and we have to add to that the daily work. We'll try to field those who can perform at their best."
"The coach's role is always the most imperfect, Simeone added. The Betis match [5-0 win in the quarter-finals] came closest to perfection, although for me the first 15 minutes weren't good. We know what tools"
Pablo Barrios has been ruled out with a right thigh injury and Johnny Cardoso is sidelined with a muscle problem ahead of Atletico Madrid's Copa del Rey semi-final with Barcelona. Barrios has played 32 games this season, led the squad in possessions won (157) and ranked third in passes (1,520) with 1,355 successful. Barrios' absence represents a huge miss in the middle of the park. Young players Rodrigo and Vargas are integrating and adapting, with Rodrigo producing a decent performance on Sunday. Barcelona have historically dominated Atletico, including in the Copa del Rey, but Atletico remain confident seeking their 11th title.
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