Serbian Marko nikolic, technician of Lokomotiv Moscow, was today “satisfied” with the tie achieved against the Athletic
from Madrid (1-1) in the Champions League.
“It is the first time in five games that Lokomotiv has not lost to Atlético. You have to be satisfied”, He said at a press conference at the end of the match at the Lokomotiv stadium.
Nikolic acknowledged that the game had been “complicated” and that his players had played worse than a week ago on the same stage against Bayern Munich (1-2).
“Today we don't play so well. Instead, we achieved a draw that could be very important for the future of the tournament ”, he explained.
He stressed that the mattress team came out “very motivated” and eager to “achieve the three points.” “It was seen in everything. They have excellent attack and midfield. It was difficult. But the important thing is that we move on, even if we didn't show a very nice football, “he said.