Atlético de Madrid strings together its second consecutive matchday in LaLiga without a victory after drawing at home against a determined Villarreal. The Yellow Submarine, always a very challenging opponent for the red-and-white team, took the lead thanks to a goal from the penalty spot. However, that controversial action has sparked much debate, as Reinildo, the infractor, clearly touched the ball before bringing down Gerard Moreno in the area.
Shortly after, there was a similar action in the opposite goal, with Ángel Correa being brought down by the goalkeeper while attempting to clear a ball. The Colchoneros were searching for a comeback until the last minute after the equalizer by Samuel Lino, but it was not possible. Later, Simeone was asked in the post-match interview about that decisive play, revealing a surprising piece of information about the referee.
Frustration at Atlético De Madrid
The Colchonero team is experiencing a small slump in LaLiga after drawing at the Metropolitano against Villarreal in a highly controversial duel. It is never easy to face teams managed by Marcelino, something that was evident again yesterday after a demanding encounter. The Yellow Submarine took the lead in what was the most talked-about play of the match, as there are still many doubts about what Sánchez Martínez called.
Reinildo touched the ball and then brought down Gerard Moreno, something the referee called a penalty to the disbelief of the players and fans. It was Simeone who, after the end, spoke about what the referee explained to the red-and-white team for having awarded the penalty to the Mozambican. The Murcian stated that Reinildo first touched the rival forward and then the ball, something that the images have clearly shown didn't happen that way.
The Return of Alexander Sorloth
One of the few positive news is that the Norwegian player was able to make the list of call-ups, although he didn't have the opportunity to step onto the field. In the first matchday of LaLiga, precisely against Villarreal, he officially debuted as a scorer with Atlético de Madrid, seeking to match it. However, Simeone preferred to rely on the depth of Marcos Llorente to seek the comeback goal, although it was insufficient.
Even so, Alexander Sorloth is aiming for a starting position against Salzburg, a key match for the Colchoneros to reach the round of 16 of the Champions League. They depend on themselves to achieve that goal, as they are in fifth position after the comeback against Bayer Leverkusen. Who will not be there is a Pablo Barrios suspended after his expulsion on Tuesday, creating a serious dilemma for Cholo in the midfield.