The tie is finely poised heading into the semi-final second leg between the two sides in April, and Simeone is aiming to build on their impressive showing at the Camp Nou

Atletico Madrid will hit the pause button on their La Liga title challenge in midweek as Diego Simeone’s side head off to Barcelona.Los Rojiblancos face off with Hansi Flick’s side in the first

Diego Simeone praised Atletico Madrid's tenacity as they drew 4-4 against Barcelona in the Copa del Rey semi-final. Despite defensive lapses, a late goal from Sorloth displayed their fighting spirit.