Marcos Llorente was one of Atlético de Madrid 's most outstanding players in their 1-3 victory against Getafe. The midfielder, acting as a right back, showed great physical condition. In addition, he was in charge of assisting the Colchonero team's third goal.
Performance on the Field
Llorente , from his position on the right wing, demonstrated his resistance and ability to overwhelm. His effort culminated in a decisive assist for Ángel Correa . This performance underlines the importance of Llorente in Simeone's tactical scheme.
Llorente stood out for his ability to cover long distances and his precision in passing. His performance was crucial in maintaining the team's balance on both sides of the field. His physical and tactical performance was an example of his dedication and effort during training.
Post-Match Statements
At the end of the clash at the Alfonso Pérez Coliseum , Llorente expressed his feelings. "It is the first game that we played 60 minutes, the first 45, now 60," commented the player. He highlighted the physical progression of the team in the preseason.
Llorente added: "For the second game, I notice the team is very good, with a lot of rhythm." These words reflect the Spaniard's optimism regarding the state of the team and his confidence in the path taken. "There are weeks left for the league and we are on a good path," he stressed, showing his satisfaction with the team's preparation.
Travel Plans and Preparation
Atlético de Madrid is scheduled to travel to Hong Kong , where they will face Kitchee. Marcos highlighted the importance of this preparation phase. "Having the possibility of training in Madrid and in Los Angeles de San Rafael makes us work well," he said.
He acknowledged that the trip to Hong Kong will involve adjustments in preparation due to the distance and flight time. However, he sees it as an opportunity to continue improving the team's pace. "It's a long trip and you can't train as much, but it's another opportunity to pick up the pace," he added.
Expectations and Future Preparation
Marcos Llorente showed satisfaction with the team's progress during the preseason. "Very happy with how everything is going," he concluded. He underlined the confidence that reigns in the Atlético de Madrid locker room.
The Spaniard's statements reflect optimism based on the hard work and dedication of the team. With the league just around the corner, Atlético de Madrid is in good hands to compete at the highest level. The preparation in Madrid and Los Ángeles de San Rafael has been essential to reach the level of intensity necessary for the official competition.