Atlético de Madrid face a new challenge on Wednesday to confirm the good feelings they showed against Girona. Against another Catalan team, Diego Pablo Simeone's squad wants to take another step forward. To do so, they will have two resources that have made a splash: Marcos Llorente and Pablo Barrios.
The Paris gold medallist and the former Real Madrid player have shown that they are in great form. Both Marcos Llorente and Pablo Barrios have started the season very well, and that is great news. Diego Pablo Simeone and Atlético de Madrid , who are very attentive, have received two new 'reinforcements'.
Marcos Llorente, in great form, shines at Atlético de Madrid
The former Deportivo Alavés player has shown that his form is not the same as last season. Marcos Llorente has shown that he deserves a permanent place in the Atlético de Madrid starting eleven. His speed and explosiveness are being used to the maximum and that is the best news.
It should also be noted that Marcos Llorente has become one of the team's top scorers. With his goals against Villarreal and Girona in the first two games, he has opened the scoring charts. Particularly noteworthy was the goal he scored against the team managed by Míchel .
After a great run that took him across a good part of the pitch at the Metropolitano , he scored one of the goals of the day. With a powerful shot from outside the area, Gazzaniga could do nothing to stop him. A new message from Marcos Llorente that shows that he wants more at Atlético de Madrid .
Pablo Barrios, unstoppable growth at Atlético de Madrid
The Moratalaz native, who was one of the keys to Spain 's victory at the Olympic Games , has returned better than ever. In the clash against Girona , Pablo Barrios established himself as a pillar for Atlético de Madrid . In the red-and-white midfield, he gave a sense of security that was fundamental for his team.
Pablo Barrios , aware that this season could be his breakthrough, has not wanted to waste time. After being a starter at home, there are no words to describe his effort and work on the pitch. Key for Diego Pablo Simeone , the truth is that he has improved greatly at Atlético de Madrid .
With great competition in the centre of the field, Pablo Barrios wanted to show what he is capable of. He did just that, as he became a true totem for his teammates, who needed that version of himself. His best version, which was key to the red and white victory against Girona .
Atlético de Madrid, going for a prestigious victory
After picking up four points in the first two games, Diego Pablo Simeone 's men now want more. They know they can't miss out on Real Madrid and FC Barcelona , so they're working tirelessly. This is their big opportunity, so they must take advantage and make the most of every minute on the pitch.