Diego Simeone praises José María Giménez before Deportivo match

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone spoke emotionally about José María Giménez ahead of their match against Deportivo La Coruña on October 23, 2026. Simeone expressed his deep gratitude for Giménez, highlighting his significant contributions during their time together at Atletico. He referred to Giménez as one of the most important center-backs in the club's history and conveyed his wishes for Giménez as he prepares to face Atletico as an opponent. Simeone emphasized the importance of focusing on the upcoming match against Deportivo, acknowledging their competitive spirit in previous encounters.

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