Atlético de Madrid have made it clear that they cannot rotate any more after the game in Vallecas, which ended in a draw. Diego Pablo Simeone did not convince with his changes, and even less so with the image given in the first half. In this way, the Argentine coach has had time to reflect and take a step forward.
The man from Buenos Aires is aware that what happened against Rayo Vallecano cannot be repeated. Even less so in a week in which Atlético de Madrid will face Celta and, above all, Real Madrid . In this way, Diego Pablo Simeone could have recovered an old acquaintance who never fails.
The shipwreck on the Santa Inés caused a 180-degree turn for Simeone
On the pitch at the Estadio de Vallecas , one of the classics of our football, Diego Pablo Simeone took to the board. As usual, the Atlético de Madrid coach changed his system, given that he was worried about the result. When he is usually behind or when he has a tight scoreline, he usually does this measure.
At the most important point, when the hornet's nest needed to be stirred, as As points out , Diego Pablo Simeone did it again. So much so that he returned to the well-known 4-4-2, one of his most recognised and demanding formations. In this way, they were able to regain their composure and Atlético de Madrid tied the match.
This is not the first time this season that Diego Pablo Simeone has had to resort to this system. He did so in the Champions League match against RB Leipzig , when Atlético Madrid started from behind. Thanks to this change, the rojiblancos were successful in the match and took all three points.
Simeone's adjustments in Vallecas suited Atlético de Madrid well
With the introduction of players like Ángel Correa and Antoine Griezmann , Atlético de Madrid grew on the pitch. With Julián Alvarez ahead of Reinildo and the Frenchman alongside Alexander Sorloth , they quickly managed to equalise. In this way, Diego Pablo Simeone 's men could breathe a little easier in Vallecas.
Thanks to this, and the versatility of many of its players, Atlético de Madrid has a new resource. Although the 5-3-2 or the 5-4-1 are key for Diego Pablo Simeone , the truth is that the 4-4-2 is very much alive. Thanks to this, they can take several steps forward, something they urgently need.
The scoreboard is key for Diego Pablo Simeone and Atlético in a crucial week
After what happened against Íñigo Pérez 's men, Atlético de Madrid faces a crucial week in their journey. First, against Celta and then, against Real Madrid , Diego Pablo Simeone 's men must make a statement. Without rotating, the colchoneros are forced to evolve if they want to continue in the fight for LaLiga .