Atlético Madrid has indeed had a rough week. They were knocked out of the UEFA Champions League by their city rivals, Real Madrid, in a penalty shootout, after the match ended 1-0 in favor of Atlético Madrid, but Real Madrid won 4-2 in penalties.
To make matters worse, Atlético Madrid also blew a 2-0 lead against Barcelona in La Liga, ultimately losing the match. This defeat is especially painful, as it allows Barcelona to gain some breathing space in the league standings.
Barcelona is currently one point ahead of Atlético Madrid, and a win would have brought Atlético Madrid level on points. Atlético Madrid’s poor week is a significant setback in their pursuit of the La Liga title. They’ll need to regroup and refocus quickly to get their season back on track.
