Luis: Leicester inspire Atletico

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Atletico Madrid defender Filipe Luis sees similarities between his side’s run to the Champions League semi-finals and Leicester City’s stunning march towards the Premier League title.

Leicester are on the brink of completing a surreal journey from 5,000-1 no-hopers to English champions, needing just three points from three games to clinch the title.

Just as Leicester have defied the odds and left big spenders like Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United trailing in their wake, Atletico have overcome a lack of spending power compared to their Champions League rivals to reach the semis.

“Look at what is happening this year with Leicester, they are a modest team and are almost champions in the Premier League,” said Luis.

“Epic things happen in football. Although there’s a …

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