Atlético de Madrid Keeps Clean Sheet in Victory Against Málaga

Two goals from Atlético de Madrid sealed a convincing victory against Málaga at Riyadh Air Metropolitano in the La Liga. With a resolute defensive performance, Atlético de Madrid kept Málaga at bay, resulting in a comprehensive 2-0 win for the home side.

The first half finished 0-0 and it took until the 70th minute before Kang-in Lee got on the scoresheet assisted by Dávid Hancko to give Atlético de Madrid the lead.

With five minutes left to play Atlético de Madrid's Álex Baena increased the lead.

Looking at the table, we find Atlético de Madrid in third place, while Málaga are in 18th place.

Atlético de Madrid's next La Liga games are against Villarreal (home) on 23 August, Sevilla (away) on 29 August and Athletic Club (away) on 5 September. Málaga play Deportivo A Coruña (home) on 24 August, Real Madrid (away) on 30 August and Levante (home) on 6 September.