Diego Simeone, Inter Milan and Champions League
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Diego Simeone has branded Inter Milan “the strongest team in the Champions League ” just a month removed from heaping similar praise on Arsenal. Simeone’s side made it back-to-back wins in Europe after squeezing past Inter on Wednesday night, with Jose Maria Gimenez netting in the 93rd minute to deny the Italians a point.
Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone claims Inter are the strongest team in the Champions League ahead of Arsenal, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain. Simeone’s side sealed a last-gasp 2-1 victory against Inter on Wednesday night to hand the Italian side their first defeat in the Champions League this season.
Diego Simeone has fuelled speculation about his long-term future after openly admitting he can “imagine coaching Inter one day." The Atletico Madrid boss, now in his 14th season, made the confession ahead of a crucial Champions League meeting with the Nerazzurri - a moment that has reignited old ties and sparked fresh questions about what comes after his successful era in Spain.
For instance, in the 2013-14 season, Simeone orchestrated a stunning La Liga victory, ending Real Madrid's dominance. This achievement exemplifies his ability to compete against some of the biggest clubs in Europe, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier coach.
Inter President Beppe Marotta shrugs off Diego Simeone saying he sees himself on the Nerazzurri bench. ‘We are convinced Cristian Chivu can stay for many years.’
Diego Simeone has openly admitted that he wants to manage Inter once he leaves Atletico Madrid, insisting his long-held ambition to take over the Nerazzurri "will happen one day." The Rojiblancos boss made the revelation ahead of Atleti's Champions League clash with Inter,
Jose Gimenez grabbed the headlines after scoring a stoppage-time goal in Atletico Madrid’s 2-1 win against Inter Milan in the Champions League.Julian Alvarez put the hosts ahead from close range,