Atlético de Madrid vs. Real Sociedad: the match
French forward Antoine Griezmann continues to score and showed his best version to help Atlético de Madrid defeat Real Sociedad, the club where he became a football player, at the Wanda Metropolitano stadium in the 14th matchday of La Liga.
For days, Argentine coach Diego Simeone has insisted that football is very unpredictable. Two games ago, when Atlético drew against Real Madrid in the derby (0-0), they were ten points behind the leaders; two wins later they are now only six points behind, with a whole season left to play in La Liga.
Atlético seemed determined to press their opponents and play in the opposition's half, but after one minute they wandered aimlessly on the pitch, hoping for their opponents' mistakes rather than creating offensive plays.
With nothing happening for Atlético and vulnerable in defense, they were caught off guard and went down 1-0 thanks to a penalty scored by Willian José. However, they quickly reacted with two chances by Correa, who tested Rulli with two shots in two minutes.
Although Atlético was not playing well, their goal to equalize was sensational, as Filipe Luis left three opponents behind with quality, stride, and power. The 1-1 goal was cleverly scored by Filipe.
The last 15 minutes were filled with passion, back-and-forth action, and chances for both teams. However, Atlético managed to complete the comeback three minutes before the end with a header by Saúl Ñíguez finished off by Antoine Griezmann. This victory was extremely valuable considering the match's development and because they are now only six points away from the top of the table.
Atlético de Madrid vs. Real Sociedad: lineups
Atlético de Madrid: Oblak, Godín, Giménez, Filipe Luis, Thomas, Gabi, Saúl, Koke, Correa, Griezmann, and Gameiro.
Real Sociedad: Rulli; Odriozola, Elustondo, Íñigo Martínez, Kevin; Zubeldia, Illarramendi, Zurutuza; Xabi Prieto, Willian José, Oyarzabal.
| Country | Time |
| Mexico | 09:15 |
| Peru | 10:15 |
| Ecuador | 10:15 |
| Colombia | 10:15 |
| Argentina | 12:15 |
| Chile | 12:15 |
| Spain | 18:15 |
Atlético de Madrid's reaction, driven by collective improvement, especially in the attack, and their partnership with compatriot Kevin Gameiro, who have both scored three goals in their last two games, was in stark contrast with Real Sociedad's depression after their unexpected elimination from the Copa del Rey by Lleida.
Real Sociedad will try to overcome their crisis after their surprising elimination from the Copa del Rey by Segunda B side Lleida, and their home draw against Las Palmas, which left their fans upset. Historically, Real Sociedad's results away at Atlético de Madrid have been poor, as they have lost their last four visits without scoring any goals.
Atlético de Madrid vs. Real Sociedad: probable lineups:
Atlético de Madrid: Oblak; Thomas, Giménez, Godín, Filipe; Correa, Gabi, Saúl, Koke; Griezmann, Gameiro.
Real Sociedad: Rulli; Odriozola, Navas, Iñigo Martínez, Kevin; Illarramendi, Prieto, Zurutuza; Oyarzabal, Juanmi, Willian José.