Atletico Madrid president vows revenge on Arsenal's early lunch schedule as Diego Simeone's men eye Champions League final berth

Cultural Divide in Dining Habits

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has jokingly threatened to make Arsenal wait for their food when they visit Spain. Speaking ahead of the crucial Champions League semi-final second leg, he was stunned by the early start to the traditional directors' lunch in London.

Revenge on the Menu

Cerezo insists his team are ready to overcome the Gunners and secure a spot in the grand final. The cultural divide between Spain and England became apparent at the dinner table. Addressing the media near the Emirates Stadium before the formal meeting with the Arsenal hierarchy, Cerezo expressed his surprise at the scheduled timing of their pre-match meal.

• The lunch was set for 11:30 am local time
• A stark contrast to the late afternoon dining habits common in Madrid

"When they come to Madrid we will have it at three in the afternoon."

Atletico Madrid Ready for Champions League Semi-Final

Finding humour in the situation, Cerezo quipped about a potential retaliation. The chief revealed that the lunch was set for an early time, which he found unusual.