Ahead of Borussia Dortmund’s Champions League quarter-final showdown against Atletico Madrid, coach Edin Terzic stressed the importance of avoiding mistakes against the Spanish giants.
With the first leg set to take place in Madrid, Terzic acknowledged Atletico’s formidable attack and defensive prowess, emphasizing the need for Dortmund to rise to the challenge.
Terzic highlighted Atletico’s evolution in attack and their renowned defensive tactics, recognizing the difficulty of facing such a well-drilled team. Despite Atletico’s recent success against Dortmund in European competitions, Terzic expressed confidence in his side’s ability to compete at the highest level.
Dortmund, champions in 1997, aim to recapture their past glory by reaching the semi-finals for the first time since 2013. Terzic emphasized the desire to showcase Dortmund’s potential on the European stage and prove that success can be achieved with the club.
The absence of captain Emre Can, who was sidelined due to illness, was noted by Terzic, who expressed confidence in the team’s depth and Can’s expected recovery for the upcoming match. Despite a recent setback against VfB Stuttgart, Dortmund remains determined to maintain their intensity and continue their positive momentum.
Terzic acknowledged the challenge of playing at Atletico’s home ground but emphasized Dortmund’s readiness to face the test and progress in the competition. With a focus on teamwork and determination, Dortmund aims to showcase their best performance against a formidable opponent like Atletico Madrid.
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