Atletico Madrid continued their impressive home form with a 2-1 victory over Almeria, securing their 17th consecutive La Liga win at the Wanda Metropolitano.
Goals from Alvaro Morata and Angel Correa in the first half proved enough for Diego Simeone’s side, despite Leo Baptistao’s second-half strike for Almeria. This victory propels Atletico back into third place in the table, level on points with Barcelona before their match against Girona later on Sunday.
Atletico’s relentless home dominance continues to be a significant factor in their success. With a game in hand after this weekend’s fixtures, they remain in contention for the top spot, currently occupied by Real Madrid with a one-point advantage.
The victory against Almeria serves as a positive response to their recent 1-0 defeat at Barcelona. The team displayed resilience and determination, bouncing back from that setback and extending their impressive winning run at home.
Antoine Griezmann, despite having a goal disallowed for offside, played a crucial role in the win by assisting Morata’s opener. He remains focused on the team’s collective success, stating, “We know there’s still a long way to go. We lost the other day but it wasn’t the end of it.”
This win marks another significant milestone for Atletico, demonstrating their ability to consistently perform at the highest level on their own turf. With a long and challenging season ahead, Atletico will look to maintain this remarkable home winning streak as they strive for further success in La Liga.
