"Bernabéu used to say that being from Madrid and supporting Atlético is like being able to be rich and choosing to be poor.

That phrase admirably captures the essence of a city that gives its very best when it insists on going against the grain.

Not even a million Champions League titles would be enough to outweigh the balance of defiance and passion, the rebellious spirit of those who take pride in the dignity of their poverty in the face of a constant display of opulence.

Who would choose to be poor when they could be rich? Thousands of people from Madrid—and me. Because Madrid is also courage and heart."

"Someday you'll have to explain to me what I've done for you to treat me this way"