Diego Simeone defends what Atletico Madrid did in melee and tunnel incident vs Man City
Diego Simeone has hit back at criticism of Atletico Madrid's behaviour versus Manchester City in their Champions League quarter-final second leg.
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Manchester City see off Atletico Madrid to set up Champions League semi-final with Real Madrid
Manchester City secured the goalless draw they needed to edge out Atletico Madrid and advance to the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday but the match was marred by a mass brawl late in the game that continued to rage in the tunnel after full-time. Police were seen in the tunnel at the Wanda Metropolitano as video footage showed heated arguments breaking out between the players, including Atletico's Stefan Savic and City's Jack Grealish, with staff trying to keep the players apart. "I didn't see it," said Diego Simeone. "I was on the pitch applauding the fans. By the time I went inside there was nobody there."
Champions League: Manchester City See Off Atletico Madrid In Fiery Clash To Reach Semi-Finals
Manchester City secured the goalless draw they needed to edge out Atletico Madrid and advance to the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday but the match was marred by a mass brawl late in the game that continued to rage in the tunnel after full-time. Police were seen in the tunnel at the Wanda Metropolitano as video footage showed heated arguments breaking out between the players, including Atletico's Stefan Savic and City's Jack Grealish, with staff trying to keep the players apart.
Koke: Atletico proud of how we played
Atletico Madrid captain Koke defended his side's ill-tempered antics during their Champions League exit to Manchester City - though did hit out at alleged time-wasting from Pep Guardiola's side.
Manchester City-Atlético Madrid Champions League quarter-final ends in fiery clashes on and off the field
An on-field spat between Atlético Madrid and Manchester City players has spilled into the tunnel after their Champions League quarter-final.
Man City eliminate Atletico in brawl-marred clash to advance to semifinals
MADRID: Manchester City secured the goalless draw they needed to edge out Atletico Madrid and advance to the Champions League semifinals on Wednesday but the match was marred by a mass brawl late in the game that continued to rage in the tunnel after full time.
Manchester City's tunnel clash with Atletico Madrid leads to police intervention
Police had to intervene after an ill-tempered end to Atletico Madrid's 0-0 draw with Manchester City in their Champions League quarterfinal second leg spilled over into a post-match confrontation in the tunnel.