Diego Simeone has insisted Atletico Madrid will learn from their 4-0 hammering to Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.
Atleti left Germany with their tails firmly between their legs on Wednesday, with Lucien Favre's in-form side having claimed an emphatic win.
Simeone's side have the chance to bounce back when they take on Real Sociedad on Saturday.
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"Emotionally, we're prepared, because a footballer always thinks about the next game," Simeone told a news conference.
"If we work and improve certain things we did against Borussia Dortmund, we'll be close to what we want, without a doubt.
"The match is exciting and a new chance to play well. Football is about balance.
"Those who manage to keep the offensive and defensive balance are more successful. We search for balance in order to keep a stable level, which is the most difficult thing to do.
"I do not listen to criticism or flattery, one weakens you and the other angers you. I focus on watching the last two matches.
"We play better in Dortmund than against Villarreal. There were important passages in which I take positive things to evolve as a team."
