The head coach of Madrid’s «Atletico» Diego Simeone answered questions about the reduced playing time for such players of the “mattress makers” as 34-year-old Antoine Griezmann and 33-year-old Koke.
Antoine Griezmann«It is normal when you get older and lose the rhythm of the game, speed, quality, or importance in the team. Coaches have to live in the present, just like players. These players remain part of the team and their qualities do not disappear.
I had to go through this as a player. During your career, you don’t want to understand this. A player wants to go out on the field, whether they are 36, 35, 28 or 16 years old!» — Simeone’s words are quoted by Relevo.
