The Barcelona had been superior to Atletico Madrid throughout the first half, however, they had struggled to have clear shots on goal against Jan Oblak. The culés had to wait until the final minutes to open the scoring at the Spotify Camp Nou, thanks to an excellent finish from Ferran Torres.
Everything started on the right flank, where Raphinha had been one of the most incisive players due to his dribbling and runs. The Brazilian found himself one-on-one with his marker, but instead of reaching the end line, he looked up and found Ferran free.
The Spanish forward played off Robert Lewandowski's movement and created enough space to be in shooting range. Face to face with Oblak, he simply placed the ball to one side to give Xavi Hernandez's team the advantage. This 1-0 lead came at the right moment, as the 'Colchoneros' were about to go into halftime with a cheap escape.
Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid: what's next
After this match for matchday 30 of LaLiga Santander, Barcelona will play again next week when they visit Rayo Vallecano for matchday 31 of the Spanish league. This match is scheduled for Wednesday, April 26 at 3:00 p.m. and will be played at the Vallecas stadium.
The 'azulgranas' are clear favorites to take the three points against the Madrid team, as they are relegated to mid-table and are not going through their best moment. Xavi Hernandez will have to plan a strategic and incisive match to win away from Spotify and prevent Real Madrid from getting closer.
Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, will host Mallorca at the Cívitas Metropolitano, also on Wednesday, April 26. This match is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. and will also be of great importance for Diego Pablo Simeone's players. If they win, the 'Colchoneros' will continue to put pressure on Carlo Ancelotti's team in the fight for second place.
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