By Jorge Hernandez
The Argentine striker Julian Alvarez became a protagonist after the victory of Atlético de Madrid about him FC Barcelonabut he made it clear that the quarter-final tie of the UEFA Champions League remains open and far from defined.
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Julián Álvarez warns: the series against Barcelona is still open
After the 0-2 victory in the Camp Nou, Julian Alvarez He highlighted the importance of the result, although he lowered any excess of confidence within the mattress locker room.
“The result is important but nothing is closed. There are 90 minutes left, although We know the advantage we have now and we must take advantage of it at home, with our people. It’s not going to be easy, but we are where we want to be,” said the red and white player in statements to Movistar Champions League.
The attacker’s message reflects the mentality of the Atlético de Madridwho will seek to seal their place in the semifinals against a FC Barcelona forced to react.
Key goal by Julián Álvarez at the Camp Nou
The Argentine striker was decisive in the first leg, opening the scoring just before half-time with a powerful free kick that beat goalkeeper Joan Garcia.
“Yesterday we trained and I hadn’t scored a single one. The important thing was today, it was a key moment and of great help for the team“, he acknowledged.
This goal not only led to the victory of the Atlético de Madridbut also consolidated Julian Alvarez as one of the most influential players in the tournament.
Julián Álvarez, appears in the UEFA Champions League
With his annotation in front of the FC Barcelonathe Argentine attacker reached the nine goals In this edition of the UEFA Champions Leagueconfirming his great scoring moment in Europe.
“I am happy and I hope there are many more. We must continue for more,” he concluded.
The performance of Julian Alvarez positions it as a key piece in the scheme of the Atlético de Madridwho dreams of winning the continental title.
Atlético de Madrid vs Barcelona: everything is defined in the second leg
Despite the advantage obtained in the Camp Nouhe Atlético de Madrid knows that the tie against FC Barcelona It still has chapters to be written.
With 90 minutes left to play, the red and white team will seek to assert their place next Tuesday at the Metropolitan Stadium to close the series, while the Blaugranas will attempt a comeback to keep their hope alive in the UEFA Champions League.
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