Atletico Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 4-0 in the 35th week of La Liga, securing a valuable victory after several weeks of setbacks.

Diego Simeone said in the post-match press conference:“I was very happy with the team’s performance in the first half. A special mention for Sorloth, who had an outstanding 45 minutes and allowed us to control the game in a way we hadn’t imagined before, as Real Sociedad is a great team.”

Oblak wins the Zamora Trophy
I see this as very important for Oblak individually and collectively, as it confirms that our success is built on defensive solidity. In the 45th minute with a 4-0 lead, the entire team was defending. We have always been like this and hope to continue this way.”

13th Champions League appearance
I always remember Miguel’s words: Atletico needs to be in the Champions League. Every Sunday, there was a phone call because we needed to win. This is the legacy of many players that new players must understand where they are playing.

Talking to the players
At halftime, I told them they were playing very well. When they want to, they play very well. Now they have been able to interpret the game and play the way we have competed throughout the year.

Why didn’t Sorloth play more?
If we look at the statistics, he has scored most of his goals as a substitute. What I love is that he is important in every moment of the game. Due to his aerial ability, if he comes in a little, if we need a counterattack, if we need a player in the attack line. He plays as much as the team needs and takes advantage of scoring. In recent games, except against Alaves, he has played. In these moments, he plays; later, anything can happen—you know me.

Oblak’s Zamora Trophy, a collective challenge
This is the result of what the team feels and has the strength for. The team grows defensively. I don’t think the players think about helping Oblak but about the team, and this helps Oblak.