Simeone: Chances were hard to come by against Juventus

Diego Simeone was full of praise for Atletico Madrid’s match winner Arda Turan after he helped his side to victory over Juventus.

The Bianconeri succumbed to a 1-0 defeat thanks to a second half goal, despite having more of the ball throughout the game.

“I think both teams stuck true to their ideas tonight and chances were hard to come by,” the Argentinian told the press.

“We smelled more danger in the second half but Juanfran and Arda Turan did what they always do.

“The game turned out just as I thought it might do. A close affair that would be decided on minor details.

“We played against a team of fighters tonight but fortunately for us, the details were in our favour.

“Arda Turan is an extremely intelligent player but I think the team was very good overall tonight. Now this one is done, our attentions are already on the upcoming game against Valencia.”