Diego Simeone Celebrates 500th LaLiga Game with Atletico's 2-0 Victory Over Mallorca

Atletico Madrid closes gap on league leaders Real Madrid as Griezmann and Lino secure crucial points at home.

Diego Simeone marked his 500th LaLiga match as Atletico Madrid's head coach with a 2-0 home win against Mallorca.
Samuel Lino opened the scoring in the first half with a precise low strike, while Antoine Griezmann sealed the victory with a stoppage-time lobbed goal.
The win brings Atletico within one point of league leaders Real Madrid, who have a game in hand and face Espanyol later today.
Atletico's defense remains a strong point, with the team conceding the fewest goals in LaLiga this season and maintaining another clean sheet.
Simeone reflected on his 13-year tenure, crediting his coaching staff, players, and family for their support, while emphasizing the importance of defensive solidity and offensive growth.