Marcelino’s team lost by the smallest of margins against Atlético in a frenetic and tremendously disputed duel
Villarreal lost at La Cerámica (1-2). The Yellows lost in a duel in which they deserved more, marked by equality and a frenetic pace of play. The Submarine went from a possible 2-1 lead to a harsh 1-2 defeat just a few minutes before the end. From a possible goal by Dani Parejo, which went narrowly wide, to Saúl’s goal, which gave Atlético the win.
Villarreal returned from the break after a fantastic run in the league in which they had gone nine games without defeat in the league. Impressive figures that gave the Yellows hope and made them dream of a league climb, the summit of which is the fight for the European places, which have been so far away during the first part of the season.
In order to get closer to this objective, the first hurdle was to overcome Atlético de Madrid, a tremendously complicated challenge as they are one of the strongest and most determined teams in the whole of the top flight.
The first few minutes were a demonstration of power from both sides, who fought for possession in what promised to be a back-and-forth affair.
