Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has insisted that his side are in with a chance of making the final of the Copa del Rey.

The Rojiblancos head into the second leg of their semi-final with Real Madrid trailing 3-0 from the first leg played at the Bernabeu last week.

Their task has been made more difficult due to a number of injuries and suspensions, but Simeone remains hopeful of turning the tie around.

"Qualification will be difficult but nothing is impossible in life," he told reporters.

"We have to focus on improving. The team fight, play, work and do not look for excuses. I always said I want an Atletico team that made it uncomfortable [for Real] and we are getting there."

The winner will face either Barcelona or Real Sociedad in the final.