Atlético de Madrid achieved a great victory last Wednesday against KitcheeSC . It was the third test for Diego Pablo Simeone 's boys, who after winning against Numancia and Getafe , traveled to Hong Kong to increase their streak in the preseason. And they achieved it pleasantly, as the red and white team managed to win a resounding 1-6 against the Chinese team.
In the win, there was one name that stood out above all, that of Alexander Sorloth . The Norwegian forward made his debut with Atlético de Madrid after his arrival was finalized just a few days ago. A decision that attracted attention, since RobinLe Normand , who arrived at the same time as Sorloth , stayed in Majadahonda carrying out Luis Piñedo 's specialized training plans.
And although he did not play in any international tournament like the Spanish one, many people thought that Sorloth would not travel to the expedition in Hong Kong . However, the 28-year-old forward flew with the rest of his teammates, and not only played the game, but also scored two goals for his debut. A dream debut for anyone, so it was not surprising that Atléticode Madrid did a short interview with him at the end of the match.
Sorloth opens up after his debut
Alexander Sorloth declared in the red-and-white club's buses that "It was a perfect start to score so early." He assured that "At the beginning there are always a lot of niervos, it is the first game and you want to score as soon as possible. Luckily I scored two, so I am very happy."
He also had words for his new teammates, whom he referred to as "a group of very good guys who have taken me very well." And, despite the fact that everything has gone very quickly in the last few hours , the Norwegian once again emphasizes that "it has been the perfect start, I am very happy."
On the other hand, he took the opportunity to talk about the importance of the striker's position in football, making a slight reflection. "The striker is a special position, because the team has to know your unmarking in the area and also behind the defense." Of course, he assures that when his teammates begin to know him better, "if they look for me in the area, they will make scoring goals very easy."
Finally, Alexander Sorloth thanked the support that Atlético de Madrid has received in Hong Kong . "It has been incredible to be here, they supported very well and the state was full of fans." And it is no wonder, because on the social networks of the mattress club it has been possible to see the great stir that the arrival of the team to Asian lands has caused.
Simeone 's men have always had great success in Asia as has been seen in other summers. Therefore it could be expected that many people would come to see their idols, who have been joined by Alexander Sorloth . A striker who already knows what it's like to score a double with Atléticode Madrid , and who hopes to maintain that pace throughout the next season.