Atlético Madrid seal 4-2 comeback win to heap more misery on Espanyol

Atlético Madrid continued their sensational start to the calendar year with a dominant victory over Espanyol, moving closer to the top of the La Liga standings.

Atlético Madrid’s incredible 2026 resurgence continued on Saturday as they overwhelmed Espanyol with a clinical performance.

Diego Simeone’s men remained unbeaten since the turn of the year, showcasing a fluid attacking style that left the visitors struggling to cope.

The victory keeps Atleti firmly in the hunt for a top-two finish, as they capitalize on Real Madrid’s slip-up earlier in the day.

The match highlighted the gulf in class, with local media describing the performance as “bafflingly brilliant.”

Simeone praised his side’s consistency and tactical discipline following the final whistle.

While the Rojiblancos look unstoppable, the manager remains focused on the immediate future, noting that the team must maintain this intensity to secure their objectives as the business end of the season approaches.