Most important game for Aguirre
by Laurent Picard, 27 August 2008
Atletico Madrid boss Javier Aguirre reckons the Champions League qualifier against Schalke will be the most important game during his time in charge of the Rojiblancos.
The Spanish side lost the first leg in Germany against Schalke, with Christian Pander scoring the only goal of the game - a stunning free kick.
Los Colchoneros invested a lot of money in new signings in order to play in the glamorous competition, and as a consequence being eliminated and 'only' playing the Uefa Cup would be a nightmare for chairman Enrique Cerezo.
Olympic champion Sergio Aguero is back in the squad and tipped to be the hero at El Vicente Calderon against the Royal Blues.
When asked if the game will be the most important in his Atleti career, Aguirre told AS that: “No doubt, since I’m here it’s the biggest one for me, for the players and as well for Enrique Cerezo.
“Our obligation is being committed and fighting for this shirt. The president didn’t speak about the result.
“He (Sergio Aguero) is an important player but the team is made of everybody. He has a special talent, but the team’s work is above all.
“Our squad is an intelligent one and we shouldn’t put too much pressure on 'Kun' or calling him the saviour. Every player knows their role.”