Former Atletico Madrid player Sergio "Kun" Agüero has broken his silence on what he thinks of the red-and-white club's chances at the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup. In a recent interview, Agüero showed his support for the team that saw him triumph in Europe and spoke about the importance of Simeone to Atletico Madrid's current success.
Atlético de Madrid at the Club World Cup: “They Deserve It”
In the interview, Kun highlighted what being present at the next Club World Cup means for Atlético de Madrid. “Playing in this tournament means a lot to Atlético de Madrid because I think they deserve it. They have been doing very well. It won’t be easy these days because every game is quite complicated, but I think Atlético is a really tough team, very strong defensively,” he said.
Agüero highlighted Atlético de Madrid's potential to fight in this tournament, despite the challenges of facing other champion clubs. With Atlético consolidated as one of the most consistent teams in Europe, Kun is confident that Simeone's team has everything to reach the final stages.
The importance of Simeone and the style that characterizes him
For Agüero, Simeone is one of the key figures in Atlético Madrid's success over the last decade. Although Kun and Cholo didn't coincide during their time at the club, he has always shown respect for the Argentine coach. "Cholo has been there for many years, he knows the club and the team very well," said Agüero. This longevity in the position, something unusual in modern soccer, reflects the harmony he has achieved with Atlético Madrid and his commitment to the project.
Agüero stressed that the style of the team under Simeone, characterised by a solid defense and a competitive attitude, has been crucial in positioning Atlético among the greats of Europe. Although Atlético has failed to win the Champions League, Kun believes that the team remains among the world's elite.
Julian Alvarez, the key reinforcement for Atletico Madrid
In his analysis of the Atlético de Madrid squad, Kun highlighted that the arrival of Julián could give the team an advantage in the international tournament. “With the arrival of Julián they will have more capacity to counterattack and will be able to hurt teams,” said Agüero. For Agüero, the presence of Julián could complement Simeone’s scheme, adding dynamism to the attack and helping the team in key moments.