AFCON 2025
Atletico Madrid ended a five-game losing streak against Hansi Flick’s Barcelona with a dramatic 2-1 win.
Barcelona dominated the first half, with Pedri scoring on 30 minutes after a neat turn by Gavi.
Diego Simeone’s men struggled to create chances in an underwhelming first half but managed to keep the deficit to just one goal at halftime.
They came out with more energy and drive in the second half and duly leveled the score through Rodrigo de Paul’s curled effort on the hour mark.
Both sides pushed for a winner, with Jan Oblak making crucial saves to deny Raphinha and Pedri.
Barcelona’s pressure was sustained but Atlético Madrid’s defense held strong.
In the sixth minute of stoppage time, substitute Alexander Sorloth fired home the winner, finishing Nahuel Molina’s delivery.
The victory marked Diego Simeone’s first away league win against Barcelona, moving Atletico three points clear at the summit.
