Two days off and rest to reflect

The Atlético de madrid chain of three games without a win, with two draws (Real Madrid and Real Sociedad) and a crushing defeat, against Benfica in the Champions League (4-0) with the Portuguese team passing the Spanish, completely overwhelmed in Da Luz.

There was a desire to defend themselves on Sunday at the Reale Arena and Atlético’s improvement in defense was important, but on an offensive level the Colchonero team was almost non-existent after taking the lead on the scoreboard before reaching the first minute of play. Julian Alvarez. A counterattack in the second half was completed by Molinaa shot of Gallagher…and a little more.

The red and white team was unable to maintain possession of the ball or create counterattacks against a Real team focused on the goal area. Jan Oblak, who again became decisive in his interventions. Those “transitions”. Diego Simeone He missed San Sebastián to close out the game.

Atlético have a lot to think about at this point in the season. The leader, the Barcelonais seven points away. and the Real Madrid, second, four. That, when only nine days of the championship have been played in which, yes, the Colchoneros have measured against rivals from above except the Blaugrana.

The truth is that we need to reconsider. And that will make it break the league. He Cholo and his coaching staff need to give the team and its style of play a chance, focusing on the work aimed at improving the offensive production that should be high on a team with names like the Griezmann, Sorloth, Julián, Koke, De Paul, Correa or Lino. Of course, they can’t force it on everyone, as some internationals have left with their national teams.

But before work, it’s time to rest. Because after a busy few weeks, with games and trips, the squad is enjoying a two-day break after the game against Royal Society. Atlético will return to training on Wednesday morning at Majadahonda Sports City.