On Sunday, Diego Simeone's struggling Atletico Madrid secured their fourth consecutive victory in all competitions against Real Mallorca, thanks to Julian Alvarez's late tap-in goal. Both teams were limited in attack and failed to create many chances, but it was Atletico who capitalized on a quick counterattack to seal the victory.
Atletico Madrid will aim to continue their dominant run in the Champions League as they take on PSG at Parc des Princes on Wednesday. The Spanish club has secured consecutive wins against Vic and Las Palmas in the Copa del Rey and La Liga, respectively, while PSG has started off their campaign with a narrow 1-0 win over Girona. With both teams in good form, the stage is set for an exciting match. So, don't miss the action and catch the game live on Paramount+ with a 7-day free trial.
In a must-win match for both teams, Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid faced off in a tense Champions League encounter. After taking an early lead, PSG was unable to hold on as Atletico equalized and then scored a late winner, leaving PSG outside of the play-off spots for the first time in the tournament. Despite a dominant performance, PSG's lack of incisiveness in the final third proved costly. As the team struggles with injuries and an ill-fated false nine experiment, coach Luis Enrique will need to make changes in order to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
Despite being seen as underdogs in the Champions League due to the departure of their star-studded front three, Paris Saint-Germain is determined to reclaim their European glory under the new ownership of Qatar Sports Investments. However, their road to victory is starting out rocky, with tough upcoming opponents such as Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City. The pressure is on for Luis Enrique's team to secure a spot in the top eight and qualify for the next round of the competition.
The stage is set for an intense match as Luis Enrique's Paris St. Germain takes on Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. Both teams have had a slow start in the new format, with only one win each in three games. Enrique, the former La Liga coach, has praised his counterpart Simeone ahead of the highly anticipated showdown. Fans eagerly await the clash between these two fierce rivals.
During the highly anticipated derby match between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid, Atletico defender Robin Le Normand took a severe blow to the head, resulting in a traumatic brain injury. The 27-year-old was diagnosed with a subdural hematoma and is currently undergoing tests and following protocol for this type of injury. This comes as a blow to Atletico Madrid, as Le Normand has been a key player for the team this season.
Sunday's La Liga fixture saw Atletico Madrid suffer their third loss in five matches, this time against Real Betis. An early own goal by defender Jose Gimenez put Betis in the lead, and despite Atletico's late efforts, they were unable to equalize. With a 10-point deficit from league leaders Barcelona, Atletico's title race is looking uncertain.
In a tense match against Unio Esportiva Vic, Atletico Madrid faced difficulties on a flooded pitch, as they struggled to dominate with top players. Despite a late penalty calling in their favor, it was only through sheer perseverance and determination that they secured a 2-0 victory, advancing to the second round of the Copa del Rey. The game was affected by severe weather conditions in Valencia, leading to the postponement of other matches, causing disruptions for teams like Valencia and Levante.
The Copa del Rey, the Spanish cup competition, kicks off on Wednesday with six La Liga teams, including Atletico Madrid, taking the field against lower league clubs. Atletico, looking to avenge last season's semifinal loss, faces a team from the sixth tier of Spanish football. Other La Liga teams are also expected to have smooth sailing, but must follow the rule that requires seven first team players on the pitch at all times. This is an opportunity for them to gain some confidence and momentum before returning to league play.
Lille continues its impressive run in the Champions League by defeating Atletico Madrid 3-1 in a stunning comeback victory. Canadian player Jonathan David scored two goals to lead his team to victory against the struggling Spanish side. This is Lille's second win in two matches against Madrid teams, after their previous shocking victory against Real Madrid.