This archive report was first published on 26 August 2019.
Atletico Madrid continued their impressive early season form with a 1-0 La Liga win over Leganes at the Butarque stadium on Sunday, August 25, 2019.
The victory marked Atletico's second win in as many games, with the team now joining Sevilla as the only two sides with a 100 percent league record this season.
Atletico's new signing Joao Felix played a crucial role in the win, creating the goal that led to Vitolo's composed left-footed finish in the 71st minute.
Leganes pushed hard for an equalizer, with midfielder Jonathan Silva striking the crossbar with a free kick, but Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak made a crucial stop from Javi Eraso minutes before the goal.
Atletico's coach Diego Simeone praised his team's performance, saying, "I'm very pleased to get the win at a tough ground to play at and against a side who make life difficult for you."
He added, "We showed our intent in the first 20 minutes and I think we dominated the game. Then they improved and the match became a bit more diluted."
Atletico will look to maintain their winning streak when they host Eibar on Sunday, with Simeone warning his players that consistency, hard work, and dedication are key to starting games.
