Simeone proud of team's performance, despite loss

MADRID — Atletico Madrid was knocked out of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, after a 1-0 semifinal defeat to Barcelona for a 5-4 aggregate loss, but coach Diego Simeone was proud of his side's overall performance throughout the season.

Eliminated from the Champions League, Atletico suffered another massive blow with its Cup exit, as it extended its winless run to six matches. All signs now point to a fourth consecutive season without any silverware, as it trails leader Barcelona by six points in the La Liga standings.

Simeone, however, said he was still content.