Atlético de Madrid and Barcelona starred in a true spectacle in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals, with a thrilling 4-4 draw. After the match, Gonzalo Miró analyzed the game on La Tribu of Radio MARCA and left a clear recommendation for Diego Simeone ahead of the decisive match: "I'd put Oblak."
Miró and His Analysis of Atlético de Madrid at Montjuïc
Atlético de Madrid struggled in several phases of the match against Barcelona, especially in defense. Although the red-and-whites managed to recover and tie at the last minute, Gonzalo Miró highlighted that there were avoidable errors in the defensive setup, especially in the corners.
"I don't understand why the corner marks of Íñigo Martínez and Cubarsí are Barrios and Llorente." Miró pointed out, highlighting Atlético de Madrid's problems in set pieces. He also praised Simeone's change in the second half, when he placed Llorente in the midfield, something that allowed the team to compete better in the final minutes.
Gonzalo Miró's Key Recommendation to Simeone: Oblak in the Return
Miró didn't hesitate to give his advice for the return match at the Metropolitano, where Atlético de Madrid will play for a spot in the Copa final. "In the return, I'd put Oblak. I'd rather beat Barça in the Copa than in LaLiga," he stated emphatically.
This statement is especially important after Musso's start at Montjuïc. A goalkeeper who, while talented, doesn't have the level or credentials of Jan Oblak in high-stakes matches.
A Decisive Match at the Metropolitano
With the tie open after the 4-4, Atlético is playing for a spot in the Copa final in a match that promises to be as intense as the one at Montjuïc. The big question is whether Simeone will take Gonzalo Miró's recommendation into account and opt for Oblak to secure the goal in a duel where every detail will be crucial.
What is clear is that the Atlético fans are expecting a great night at the Cívitas Metropolitano. The team has shown that it never gives up and wants to keep fighting for all the titles at stake.