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"At this point in the tournament, all the opponents are to be considered strong: it is a joy to be here every year, between April and May, competing for titles. It means that we have worked well".
So Pep Guardiola, Manchester City manager, on the eve of the first leg of the quarter-finals of the Champions League on the ground of the Etihad Stadium against Atletico Madrid.
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"Anyone who thinks Diego Simeone proposes defensive football is very wrong - adds Guardiola at the press conference -: Atletico play more offensive football than you think. It is clear that they want to limit the risks during the construction phase. of the maneuver but, when he attacks, he has great quality forward. Atletico is a very competitive team, in which every player knows what to do and where to place himself on the pitch. We, however, will play to win. "
Guardiola reappears for success in the most prestigious European tournament.
"The Champions League is a goal - he explains - we want to win it and we will do our best to succeed"