The Performance of Atletico’s Five-Stars against Madrid Could Be a Message For LaLiga Rivals

DBasia.news –  Atletico Madrid had recently left a wound to city rivals, Real Madrid, through a landslide victory of 7-3 at MetLife Stadium, Saturday (27/7), in the International Champions Cup match.

Four goals from Atletico were scored by Diego Costa (one penalty), while three other goals were scored by Joao Felix (8 ‘), Angel Correa (19’), and Vitolo (70 ‘). While three Madrid goals were scored by Nacho Fernandez (59 ‘), Karim Benzema (penalty in 85 minutes’), and Javier Hernandez Carrera (89′).

The match titled El Derbi Madrileno also produced two red cards, each received by Dani Carvajal and Diego Costa in the 65th minute. Quite a lot of lessons to be learned from the match.

One of them was the Costa and Felix duet. Although both were revealed in different positions by Diego Simeone, Atletico coach, both Felix and Costa showed good cooperation.

Costa went down in front with Alvaro Morata in a 4-4-2 tactic. While Felix was placed as a right-wing striker, side by side with Thomas Lemar, Saul, and Koke in midfield. Felix became a right-wing attacker, but he always penetrated the center of the wing.

Felix, who broke the club transfer record of 126 million euros, was even addicted to scoring against Madrid. According to him, although only being titled a friendly matche, breaking down the goals of city rivals has always been a positive thing.

“This is positive. Beating your rivals is always good and special. This victory gives us confidence, however, we will continue to work as we have done so far,” said Felix, quoted by Marca.

“I want to score as many goals as possible so we can achieve our goals,” the 19-year-old continued.

Costa’s confidence was also felt. The 30-year-old striker often appeared inconsistent due to injury or last season’s accumulated cards. Four goals against Madrid could be the point of revival of the Brazilian descent.

Given the great performance of Costa and Felix, as well as the good adaptation of new Atletico Madrid recruits. This should be a message for rivals in LaLiga: Be aware of Real Madrid and Barcelona.