This Tuesday, the Borussia Dortmund secured their place in the Champions League semi-final, after 11 years away. The German club, after being defeated 2-1 in Spain, triumphed 4-2 at home against Atlético de Madrid. Edin Terzic, team commander, praised the squad and highlighted Borussia Dortmund’s resilience during the tie.
“I am extremely happy and satisfied with the team and the club. The atmosphere was extraordinary, there were two moments when the result could have been different, but we didn’t lose faith. I think we are the ones who deserve to be in the semi-final, which It says a lot about what we played against Atlético de Madrid,” said Terzic.
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The coach praised the atmosphere created at Signal Iduna Park, home of Borussia Dortmund, by the fans. “It’s very difficult to play against a team like Atlético de Madrid, with the quality they have. It was a fantastic night for our fans, it’s very special because it’s the fourth time we’ve done it (advance to the Champions League semi-final) in our history It wouldn’t have been possible if we hadn’t had faith.”
Asked about what Atlético de Madrid lacked to qualify, Edin Terzic cited the five goals that Dortmund managed to score.
“Atlético are a fantastic team, who play at a great level. In two games, we scored five goals against them, which is something new [para o Atlético de Madrid]. Atlético is an example for many, including us, because it has competed and won titles in a very complicated championship.”
Now, Borussia Dortmund will face PSG in the semi-finals of the European competition. The French club passed Barcelona, also this Tuesday.
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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