Atlético de Madrid's match (1-1) at Anoeta, despite falling to third place in La Liga, highlighted once again the lack of ambition and offensive inefficiency of the team led by Diego Simeone. Despite the remarkable attacking arsenal it possessed this season, the team showed a worrying void compared to Julián Álvarez's opening goal, which converted into the second most expensive episode in the club's history.
A defensive party
After opening the marker, Atlético gave up looking for the second goal, opting for a defensive strategy that resulted in an atrincheramiento in his area. This match culminated with Sucic's empathy goal, facilitated by an error from Rodrigo de Paul. The situation registered the suffering parties of Balaídos and San Mamés, although on those occasions the crew emerged victorious from the descent.
Simeone's decision and Javi Galán's sheet
In this context, Javi Galán's izquierdo lateral is his first title of the season, tras haber sido practically ignored by Simeone until now. Your inclusion was another test of the coach, who continues to seek the appropriate balance in your line. Galán, who started the match with the first goal, proved to be one of the few positive aspects of the match, despite his presence in the team being limited.
Simeone, among the party, praised Galán, highlighting his defensive work against the capable Kubo. However, your comments ask you: if Galán desempeña so well in the training, why didn't he have more opportunities in the starting lineup?
Atlético de Madrid is marching to parón de selecciones six points behind leader Barcelona and four of Real Madrid, which raises serious doubts about the direction of the team under Simeone's command. The lack of ambition in the attack and the manager's tactical decisions continue to come under criticism, while fans hope to see a change that brings them excitement and spectacle in the game.
