Right now, one of the most important names in Atlético de Madrid is Ángel Correa, the hero in the victory against Athletic Club. The Argentine striker has opened his personal account by giving the Colchoneros the victory in a very complicated match. With his latest goal, the Rosario striker remains one of the best substitutes in Europe and in the history of Spanish football.
It is not surprising to know that Ángel Correa has been one of the most questioned players in the red-and-white team in recent years. He has even been very close to leaving the squad on two occasions, the last being in the winter transfer market last season. Now, although the competition is very high in the offensive zone, he wants to continue being a protagonist under Simeone's orders .
Angel Correa enters the history of LaLiga
The Argentine is probably one of the Atlético de Madrid players who has generated the most controversy since his arrival. Many fans are not convinced that Ángel Correa has the level to be an undisputed starter in the team. However, his numbers say the opposite, having a very specific role within Atlético de Madrid .
Taking into account his last goal against Athletic Club , the Rosario native has entered the history of LaLiga . Ángel Correa is one of the substitutes who has given his team the most points from the bench, taking into account those who have scored at least 20 goals. The former San Lorenzo player has achieved 18 points for the Colchoneros coming on as a substitute, only two other players have surpassed him.
Angel Rodriguez managed to earn 19 points, while Uruguayan Christian Stuani has 21 in his career in Spain . Obviously, Angel Correa still has the chance to increase that record during the current season. Currently, it seems difficult not to think that the Argentine will start as a substitute in the vast majority of games against the strong competition.
Simeone defines his forward line
Given the first four games, everything suggests that the Atletico manager has a clear idea of his attacking pairing. Both Antoine Griezmann and Julián Alvarez are the favourites to take the starting spot in attack. On the other hand, Alexander Sorloth has two starts this season, having scored one goal and one assist so far.
Further behind is Ángel Correa , who has been very important in the attack during this preseason. The player himself already warned in the mixed zone that he will not hesitate to fight to be important inAtlético de Madrid . The Argentine has survived other big signings in the colchonero team and will fight to continue being a key piece alongside Simeone .
Key piece in decisive moments
Although he never managed to be undisputed in the initial advances, the reality is that Ángel Correa has taken a step forward when necessary. His last games in the 2020-21 season ended with giving the league title to Atlético de Madrid on the last day in Valladolid. In addition, he was also very important in closing the Champions League qualification last season, being a starter in the final stretch of the season.