His team humiliated MU at Old Trafford, this is Griezmann's comment

Atlético Madrid looked impressive against host Manchester United in the second leg of the Champions League round of 16 for the 2021/22 season. The Spanish representative won 1-0 over MU at Old Trafford Stadium, Wednesday (16/3) early morning hrs.

Thus, Atletico advanced to the next stage thanks to a 2-1 aggregate advantage. Three weeks earlier, the first leg in Madrid, ended in a 1-1 draw. After this match, Los Colchoneros striker Antoine Griezmann reacted.

He contributed greatly to their positive results. In the 41st minute, Griezmann crossed into the MU penalty box. The ball that came was struck by Renan Lodi with a header, tearing the nets of David de Gea.

"I played well in the last few weeks and I wanted to show what I can do, and help the team today, both defensively and attacking. Everyone does that," said the French footballer, quoted from the official UEFA website.

It was Griezmann's 50th assist while defending Atletico. A flashy statistic. Overall, he felt his team performed effectively.

Obviously he was grateful they could go this way. Los Rojiblancos toppled one of the British giants. Classy win away from home.

"We wanted to show, tonight, we are a very difficult team to play against, we want to be at this level consistently and keep going. It was brilliant when we reached the quarter-finals," Griezmann said.

Thus, the two representatives of Spain are already in the last eight of the latest edition of the UCL. Atletico followed Real Madrid to that phase. Diego Simeone's polished squad extends the slick trend.

Atlético are unbeaten in six consecutive games. Count from various events. A total of five parties they managed to win.

Only one duel ended in a draw. Now Los Colchoneros for a moment focus on the domestic realm. Upon returning from England, Simeone's team will visit Rayo Vallecano's headquarters in La Liga.

Atletico Madrid beat Manchester United, Diego Simeone: Our defense is brilliant

Simeone assesses his troops have shown very good hard work to achieve this result. The Argentine tactician said that the coordination of the back line and the change in strategy were the difference. "I'm happy. So many people are working hard that we can have these moments. It was a brilliant effort from the players, one of our best games of the season," said Simeone quoted by the BBC.

Having been depressed in the first half, Simeone made a formation change to get better opportunities. As a result, Lodi managed to break into the MU goal after getting the ball from Antoine Griezmann.

"We started with 5-3-2 then it changed to 5-4-1 with Antoine Griezmann on the right of midfield and Renan Lodi growing on the left," explained Simeone. Simeone also praised Atletico's defense. Jan Oblak's performance in goal also made MU players more frustrated. This is why he is satisfied with the performance of his team.

"The defense was brilliant and Jan Oblak helped us stay calm throughout the game. It was a real team effort," said the coach nicknamed El Cholo.