Atlético Madrid Returns to Winning Ways with a 2-0 Victory Over Mallorca
Atlético Madrid ended their winless streak in La Liga with a convincing 2-0 victory over Real Mallorca on Saturday. Goals from Samuel Lino and Antoine Griezmann secured the three points for Diego Simeone’s side, who celebrated his 500th La Liga match as Atlético’s head coach.
Match Highlights
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First Half:
Samuel Lino opened the scoring in the 26th minute with a low-driven shot after a brilliant pass from Giuliano Simeone. The visitors struggled to create chances, and Atlético dominated possession. -
Second Half:
Mallorca attempted a comeback, with Sergi Darder and Dani Rodríguez coming close to equalizing. However, Atlético’s defense held firm, and Griezmann sealed the victory in stoppage time with a stunning long-range strike past Domenik Greif.
Atlético Madrid’s Position in La Liga
This win lifts Atlético Madrid to second place in the standings with 48 points, just one point behind league leaders Real Madrid. Their next match will be a crucial derby against Real Madrid, which could decide the title race.
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Griezmann Ends Goal Drought
Antoine Griezmann’s goal was his first in La Liga since December, ending a dry spell in the league. The French forward had previously scored twice in Atlético’s UEFA Champions League victory over RB Salzburg.
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Diego Simeone’s Historic Achievement
With this match, Diego Simeone became the eighth manager to reach 500 La Liga games, making him the longest-serving manager with a single club in Spain’s top flight. Since taking charge in 2011, Simeone has transformed Atlético into a dominant force in European football.
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Mallorca’s Struggles Continue
Mallorca remains in seventh place with 30 points, suffering their fifth consecutive defeat across all competitions. The team has yet to score a goal in 2025, making it their longest goal drought since April 2022.
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What’s Next for Atlético Madrid?
With the Madrid derby on the horizon, Atlético must maintain their momentum. A win against Real Madrid could see them take the top spot in La Liga.
Stay tuned for more updates on La Liga standings, fixtures, and live scores!
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