D. Simeone: We were hoping for a tired L. Messi, but he was amazing

Madridthe team of "Atletico" yesterday in the Spanish "La Liga" championship failed to defeat the unbeaten "Barcelona" team - after a fierce battle the match ended in a 1-1 draw.

Saul Niguezas with a great shot at the beginning of the match took "Atletico" into the lead, but Luis Suarez approaching the end of the match "poked" in the equalizing goal.

The head coach of "Rojiblancos" Diego Simeone rejoiced in the match and the fans, especially noting Lionel Messi, even though he did not manage to make an assist or score in this match.

"The stadium was amazing, and we had another great night of football with the incredible Lionel Messi", - said D. Simeone after the match.

"Messi was the only one who you could see, every time he got the ball he did something special. Everyone expected to see him a bit tired after the national team break, but he didn't feel tired and was amazing.

Anyway, it was a good match between two teams showing character. In the first half we were really excellent, but their goalkeeper Ter Stegen played the decisive role", - concluded the Argentine.