Atletico Madrid finally broke their away curse this season, securing a convincing 2–0 victory over Real Betis in Seville. Goals from Giuliano and Alex Baena sealed the win for Diego Simeone’s men, marking a vital step forward in their La Liga campaign.

It took only four minutes for Atletico to strike. Giuliano unleashed a stunning volley from outside the box to give the visitors the lead, leaving the Betis goalkeeper with no chance. In the second half, Baena doubled the advantage after a rapid counterattack, curling the ball precisely into the far corner.

Atletico looked composed and aggressive throughout, using pace and direct play to outclass their opponents. The only concern for Simeone’s side came with an injury to Pablo Barrios, whose absence could pose a problem in upcoming fixtures. Nevertheless, the three points bring Atletico closer to Villarreal and Barcelona in the league standings, as the title race continues to tighten.

2025-26, Spain - La Liga

Real Betis - Atletico Madrid 0:2 (0:2)
Goals: Simeone G-o, 3 (0:1); Álex Baena, 45 (0:2)

Real Betis: Pau Lopez; Bellerin; Natan; Bartra; Rodriguez; Fornals; Ezzalzouli; Amrabat S.; Roca; Antony M.; Cucho
Bench: Valles; Adrian; Diego Llorente; Gomez Val.; Júnior Firpo; Altimira; Riquelme R.; Deossa; Lo Celso; Chimy Ávila; Bakambu; Ruibal

Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Gimenez Jose; Hancko; Le Normand; Koke; Barrios P.; Álex Baena; Llorente M.; Gonzalez N.; Álvarez Jul.; Simeone G-o
Bench: Musso; Ruggeri; Lenglet; Molina N.; Pubill; Galán J.; Gallagher C.; Almada; Martín Car.; Griezmann; Sørloth; Raspadori