Atlético de Madrid could not have started the new season at home in a better way. Diego Pablo Simeone 's team beat Girona in a convincing manner, who were unable to do anything against their power. Antoine Griezmann, Koke and Marcos Llorente were the scorers, but there were other stars, such as Josema Giménez .
The Uruguayan defender, who is facing a new campaign at the Metropolitano club, wants to be the leader of the defence. Josema Giménez will not have it easy, as he has tough competition in the centre of defence. Clément Lenglet, Robin Le Normand and Axel Witsel are fighting with him, but the ' 2' is clear that he will continue fighting.
Josema Giménez's emotional message about Atlético de Madrid
After the match against Girona , in which Atlético de Madrid won 3-0 , Josema Giménez spoke publicly. The defender, who does not usually hide, either in good or bad times, was clear again. This time, about what it means to be part of the great Atlético family, which is growing every day.
“The responsibility is to wear the shirt of this club, when you come here you have to understand what it means. We have a very important team, I would be lying if I told you that we don't aspire to important things. The best way to continue in this is to take it game by game.”
“Today I looked at the names of the players we have and it is incredible. Any team in the world would like to have these players, we have a very good squad.” With these words, Josema Giménez made it clear that he is very motivated.
Josema Giménez's analysis of the match against Girona
“We are very happy. We needed to regain the identity that has characterized us so much, defending well collectively. That way you have more chances to win. With the quality of the players and with sacrifice, commitment and humility, the virtues come to the fore. We have very high-ranking players.”
“If we understand the work that each one of us has to do, we can aspire to great things.”
Josema Giménez's analysis of Atlético de Madrid's first goal
“In the first half we didn’t press well and they did very well. They defended well and didn’t cause much damage. The play that led to the goal came from a long ball, and the spaces behind the goal were important both in defence and attack.”
"It's important to be a tight, strong unit. They didn't create any chances for us and when we had the ball, chances would come."
Josema Giménez's compliment to Marcos Llorente
“Marcos has always been an admirable player, with incredible physicality, and he has shown that wherever he has played, he has always given his all. With that way of life that characterises him with his dedication, he always gives everything he has and is an example for everyone because it is contagious.” With his goal, Marcos Llorente gained more prominence at Atlético de Madrid .
Conor Gallagher, seen by Josema Gimenez
"He's a player with incredible intensity, he gives us a lot of air and legs in the middle. Today he came on and won balls that gave us breathing room to move forward. It takes time to adapt tactically, he knows how important he is for us."