Atlético de Madrid is preparing for one of the most intense months of the season, with a schedule full of challenges. Among them, the double clash against FC Barcelona in the Copa del Rey semifinals, a matchup that promises to be thrilling. The president of the red-and-white club, Enrique Cerezo, has spoken about this anticipated duel, making clear the respect he feels for the blue-and-red team.
A High-Level Clash in Copa del Rey
Atlético de Madrid will have to face Barcelona in two matches that will determine the fate of both teams in the Copa del Rey. Additionally, these clashes will coincide with a part of the season where the colchoneros will also face tough matches in LaLiga and the Champions League. This makes managing the schedule key to the team's success.
Enrique Cerezo, in statements collected by El Desmarque, has assessed the clash with the Catalan team and highlighted the level of the opponent. "It has been and is a great team. It's going to be a great knockout round, and whoever comes out as the winner could be the champion." The president of Atlético de Madrid is aware of the difficulty of the duel, but he also hints at the club's ambition to reach the final and fight for the title.
The Dream of a Final Against Real Madrid
Beyond the knockout round against Barcelona, Enrique Cerezo has also spoken about a possible matchup with Real Madrid in the final. If Atlético overcomes the blue-and-red team and the white team does the same with Real Sociedad, both teams would face each other in the final.
Cerezo hasn't hidden that this scenario would be a dream for the red-and-white fans. "It would be magnificent to have a classic in the final. But first, we have to get past Barcelona. It's a pleasure to play against them, they're a fantastic team, but I think we'll be there."
These words reflect the leader's confidence in Atlético de Madrid's possibilities. However, he also acknowledges that before thinking about the final, the team must overcome a huge challenge against Barcelona.