We didn't play well with the ball, we lost possession too often, which is what Newcastle want. We knew that when they pass the ball, they are very quick. It wasn't easy, but I'm very happy with my team, especially the defence; we defended very well on the pitch.
I've improved a lot since Hansi arrived. I think he's helped me develop many aspects of my game. And I think I'm having a good season with him. He's a very demanding coach, but also very approachable. He's helped me with decision-making and also with scoring goals, always staying focused during the game, and also in defence. I think he's helped me in almost every aspect as a player.
The centre-back department, thus, appears relatively light-staffed, and Araujo may be Flick's trump card. The Uruguayan star has dished out some strong performances in recent times, especially in his cup start against Albacete, where he even scored a goal. Should he be back to his mentally confident state, having his physicality and leadership will be an asset.
We played a spectacular game. We came close to reaching the Cup final, but I think both the team and the fans have confidence in our style of play. I think this will also give us more strength for what is to come.
By applying the digital solution and applying the financial restructuring solution, I will have 110 million euros of free cash to make available to the technical secretariat in the summer. By the way, an independent sports general directorate. To Mr. Flick I will say, here you have your financial 'fair play', let's go for that player who can complete a generation of youngsters that will give us the next Champions League.
According to the outlet, at least one aspiring president intends to bring Luis Enrique into the conversation as a long-term project. The idea would be to spark excitement among members who still remember his successful spell at the club.
We will come back. We need to start from the beginning [of games]. When you see Atlético players, they had more will, more hunger. And this is what I want from the first minute. We didn't show that in the first half.
