Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simone was unconcerned with the nature of his side's win over Las Palmas on Saturday, despite his side recording just 68 per cent of possession.
A goal from Saul Niguez was enough for the La Liga side to secure the win, a victory which sees the side finish the year in sixth position in La Liga. Speaking after the game, Simeone claimed his side played as well as he could have hoped.
"I saw a very complete match from my team. In the first half we had a lot of goalscoring opportunities. When an opponent has a lot of possession, it is normal they try to hurt you," Simone said as quoted byAtletico's official club website.
"The important thing is not possession but chances [to score]. The team played the game that we imagined. I think we responded well to their attacks and it was a fair result.
"It is a pity we could not make more of the opportunities we had."
Simeone also reflected on a great year for his side, but admitted Atletico must perform better in the New Year should they hope to experience another impressive season.
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"We have finished an extraordinary year," Simeone continued.
"Looking at where we came from, the team had an extraordinary Champions League [last season], we finished first in our group in this season's edition and the Copa del Rey has started well.
"It is true that in LaLiga we have been inconsistent and we must get better, but this is a period that will remain in the history of the club. The fans will be happy."