Real Madrid captain Iker Casillas says Atletico Madrid pushed them all the way during yesterday's Champions League final victory.
Real over-ran Atleti in injury time to win 4-1.
"It was a very tough final, I think they scored a lucky goal. We tried during the 90 minutes and given our chances I think it was just. They defended well, they play another kind of football that is also effective," said Casillas.
"We missed a few chances, put some away and luckily everyone will remember that Madrid won a European Cup in Lisbon. I can't complain because it was my error that the side had to come back from and were able to win. In the second half of extra time we were both very tired, but they felt it more. I think when Bale's goal went in it killed them.
"This is more important than the World Cup. It is so long since we won it, and it's the Décima, which is a round number. We also have to congratulate Atlético for their part and everyone who has come here and those who have stayed home. They will have suffered as much as we have and they can say they're European champions. There was no bad blood between the fans. They have shown dignity and respect."
