Koke: "We’ll give it everything we’ve got" | OneFootball

Koke analyzed, in a press conference, the semifinals of the Spanish Super Cup that will be played this Thursday in Saudi Arabia. A Koke who, before the derby against Real Madrid, discussed the current situation of Atlético de Madrid.

Koke, player with the most derbies in history

"I haven't thought about it, it's always special to play a derby and a semifinal because you never know when you'll get to play one again. I try to stay mentally strong, that's my biggest motivation. And there's no greater motivation than playing against Real Madrid."

Julián Alvarez's moment

"A lot is always expected from the great players, but not just from Julián, from everyone; we all have to demand the best from ourselves to reach our goals. He will step up when he is most needed, hopefully just like he did at the Metropolitano in the derby—with the shot that hit the post first, the free-kick goal, and then the other one after..."

The missed rebelliousness of Gabi, Costa, Raúl García

"Cycles are different, it was a very beautiful era, we will give everything to beat Real Madrid and to win this title."

The easiest way to win a title

"Easy? In terms of the number of games, yes, but it isn't. It will be a very tough opponent, one of the best in the world, but tomorrow they will have Atlético in front of them, who will give everything. It's the first step to winning a title."

Does the previous derby matter at all?

"I don't think so. We know each other, and we played a great match, but each one is different. There could be red cards, injuries... We have an idea and we will go all in with it. You have to give 100% to win."

How much does Madrid lose without Mbappe?

"We know his level, tomorrow we'll see if it changes much or not that he's not there."

What does it mean to play in Saudi Arabia?

"Representing Atlético outside of Spain is very important for the fans. Our stadium is incredible, but it's important for the club to keep growing. The hospitality here has been spectacular."

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