Atlético struggle to reclaim third spot in La Liga | OneFootball

Atlético de Madrid, in extremis, has reclaimed the third spot in matchday 26 of La Liga. Following Villarreal's defeat and a last-minute goal by Julián Alvarez, the team from Madrid returns to third place, where they stand with 51 points (13 behind the leader, Barcelona). The team, tied on points with the yellow submarine, is above Villarreal thanks to goal difference, with a +20 for Simeone's side compared to +17 for the team from Castellón.

Three crucial points for Atlético de Madrid, with few chances in the League but with qualification for the next edition of the Champions at stake. It should be noted that the last matchday will see Atlético de Madrid and Villarreal face off at La Cerámica. A match where everything could be at stake, or nothing. In the first round, on matchday four, Simeone's team won 2-0 against the submarine.

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