Ex-Liverpool and Real Madrid forward Michael Owen has slammed the defensive style Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid used to knock Jurgen Klopp’s men out of the Champions League by criticising Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho.
The Reds were eliminated from the competition 4-2 on aggregate after drawing 1-1 after both legs had been played. Roberto Firmino gave Liverpool the lead in extra time before a brace from Marcos Llorente and a late strike from Alvaro Morata ensured Atletico progressed.
Speaking after the game on BT Sport, Owen was critical of Atletico’s backs-to-the-wall performance which frustrated Liverpool throughout both legs of the tie. “I don’t think there’s anything genius about setting your team up to defend,” Owen said. “Everyone
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