DBasia.news – The negative aura at Barcelona continues from their inconsistency in play. Most recently the Blaugrana lost in Week 10 of LaLiga against Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano, Sunday (22/11) am.
Atletico recorded nine attempted kicks, with 45 percent possession of the ball, and only fired two shots on target. However, from the two kicks, one goal was scored by Yannick Carrasco in the 45 + 3 minute.
Barca have 55 percent possession of the ball with a record of 13 kicks and four on target, but none of them were able to tear the goal guarded by Jan Oblak. Atletico moved up to second place with 20 points from eight matches, while Barca are also with eight games in 10th place with 11 points.
The defeat was made worse by injuries to Gerard Pique and Sergio Roberto, apart from that, from the data published by Opta, 11 points became Barcelona’s lowest point in LaLiga. That’s the worst point record in eight games since the 1991-1992 season.
“We know this can happen to us, we have to continue to develop. LaLiga is still a while away and I think we can compete,” convinced Barcelona player, Pedri after the match.
Ronald Koeman also realized that the defeat was his responsibility and did not blame the players who gave everything.
“Like any coach, I am responsible. We know we have to improve results and build confidence. We are working hard, we have to improve a lot in defense and attack,” added Koeman.
“I’m trying to bring out the best team we have. The players have done everything to get the results and we have to continue in that way. I’m not worried about the league, even though we know we need to win games.”
In contrast to Barcelona, who are experiencing a bad period, Atletico actually maintained an unbeaten record in the league and have the strongest defense (conceded only two goals). Diego Simeone also has a special note.
During nine years managing Atletico for the first time Cholo won the match against Barcelona in LaLiga. The records are: 18 against Barcelona, six draws, 11 defeats, one win.
“The team is playing really well right now,” said Simeone. “I’ve said it for some time and it gives us the confidence to continue to work hard.”
“When there is a connection between an idea and work on the training ground and execution on the pitch, that’s great. These players gave everything for the team and for each other.”
“Now we need to continue to gather this energy and compete well, as we have a very important match on Wednesday (Champions League),” explained Simeone.