Terzic Emphasizes Dortmund’s Need for Precision Against Clinical Atletico

Ahead of Borussia Dortmund‘s Champions League quarter-final clash against Atletico Madrid, coach Edin Terzic stressed the importance of avoiding mistakes against the Spanish giants. With the first leg set to take place on Wednesday, Terzic acknowledged the formidable challenge posed by Diego Simeone’s side, who have enjoyed recent success against Dortmund in European competitions.

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Terzic highlighted Atletico’s evolution in attack and their renowned defensive prowess, emphasizing the need for Dortmund to perform at their best without errors. He recognized Atletico’s ability to dictate the game’s tempo and emphasized the importance of Dortmund matching their opponents’ intensity.

Dortmund, champions in 1997, aim to recapture their past glories in the Champions League, with Terzic determined to showcase Dortmund’s capability of reaching the semi-finals once again. Despite the departure of key players in recent years, Terzic expressed confidence in his squad’s ability to compete at the highest level and prove themselves on the European stage.

Captain Emre Can was absent from the press conference due to illness, but Terzic remained optimistic about his availability for the upcoming match, emphasizing the team’s confidence in Can’s recovery. Dortmund’s recent form, characterized by five consecutive victories before a narrow defeat to Stuttgart, has encouraged Terzic, who emphasized the importance of maintaining their intensity against Atletico.

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Acknowledging the challenge of playing at Atletico’s stadium, Terzic expressed confidence in his team’s readiness to face the test and progress in the competition. Aware of Atletico’s renowned fighting spirit and quality, Terzic stressed the importance of Dortmund playing as a cohesive unit and showcasing their best performance as a team.

As Dortmund prepare for a stern test against Atletico, Terzic’s words underline the team’s determination and belief in their ability to compete at the highest level in the Champions League.