Giuliano Simeone puts Atletico de Madrid ahead against Barcelona after Julian Alvarez assist

Atletico de Madrid struck first against Barcelona at the Metropolitano in the 15th round of the Spanish league, with Giuliano Simeone finishing a fast start by the hosts to give his side the lead.

The home team had already threatened twice in the opening stages. Their first opportunity came when a player was sent through one-on-one, before a second effort struck the crossbar and warned Barcelona of Atletico de Madrid’s attacking intent.

The breakthrough arrived when Julian Alvarez delivered a precise low cross into the area. Giuliano Simeone made a powerful run from deep, reached the ball ahead of the defence and fired it into the net to put Atletico de Madrid in front and intensify the atmosphere inside the Metropolitano.