After the defeat against Real Madrid in the first leg of the Round of 16 of the Champions League (2-1), Julián Alvarez, forward of Atlético de Madrid, acknowledged the importance of preparing for the upcoming match. In statements to 'Movistar' after the match at the Santiago Bernabéu, he expressed the need to think about the upcoming game against Getafe and work hard to achieve a great performance at home.
Alvarez highlighted his team's determination despite starting the match with an early goal against. He stated that, despite the temporary equalizer and the control they exerted at certain moments, they knew it wouldn't be easy due to the quality of Real Madrid players and the fact that they were playing at their stadium.
The player emphasized the significance of every detail in a confrontation of this magnitude, mentioning that goals at the right moments played a key role in the course of the match. Despite scoring the equalizer, Alvarez understood that it was not enough and that constant work is essential to overcome adverse situations.
Regarding the next home match, the forward underlined the importance of having the support of the fans during the remaining ninety minutes to be played. Aware of the challenge's difficulty, Alvarez showed optimism and determination by stating that an important stretch lies ahead and that the team must continue to strive to achieve their goals.
