Atletico Madrid's late surge earned them a draw in their Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Barcelona, pleasing Diego Simeone.

Ahead of their Copa del Rey semi-final clash, Atletico Madrid manager, Diego Simeone, has spoken highly of his Barcelona counterpart, Hansi Flick. The game comes up later today, Tuesday, at the Montjuic Stadium Los Colchoneros won 2-1 were the better side the last time both clubs faced each other this season.

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