From Humiliation to Redemption! Atlético Bounce Back Big

Giuliano Simeone and Álex Baena fire Atlético Madrid to a 2–0 win at Real Betis.

After being humiliated in Europe just days ago, Atlético Madrid answered back the only way Diego Simeone’s men know — with grit, intensity, and goals.

Last week’s Champions League disaster in London saw Arsenal tear them apart with four goals in 14 minutes. But in LaLiga, the response was instant. Back on home soil, Betis barely had time to settle before Atlético struck.

Fast Start, Fierce Finish

Just three minutes in, chaos in the Betis box turned into pure gold for Giuliano Simeone. A long throw wasn’t cleared, the ball dropped perfectly to the young striker, and boom — a stunning left-footed volley ripped past Pau López. His third goal of the season, and one that screamed “we’re back.”

Betis, usually rock-solid at home, couldn’t find their rhythm. Their hopes of a comeback were crushed right before the break.

Counterattack Perfection

Deep into first-half stoppage time, Atlético turned defense into brilliance. After clearing a Betis free kick, Julián Álvarez sprinted down the right, tearing the defense apart. His cross flew to Álex Baena, who danced inside before smashing an unstoppable shot into the top corner.

Clinical. Ruthless. Classic Atleti.

Simeone’s Men Back on Track

After two league wins in a row, Atlético climb to fourth in LaLiga, now eight points behind leaders Real Madrid. The fans demanded a reaction — and they got one.

Betis, meanwhile, suffer just their second defeat of the season but were outclassed from start to finish.

As the final whistle blew, Diego Simeone punched the air with a smile — this was the Atlético we know.