Atletico Madrid cruised to a commanding 5-0 victory over Las Palmas in LaLiga, with Marcos Llorente and Angel Correa both scoring twice, setting the stage for their upcoming Champions League clash against Inter Milan.
Despite resting key players like Antoine Griezmann, Atletico delivered a dominant performance, capitalizing on defensive lapses from Las Palmas. Llorente seized an early opportunity, converting a rebound in the 14th minute after a defensive error, before adding another goal six minutes later.
Correa, initially frustrated by missed chances, found redemption with a volley in the 47th minute, followed by a penalty conversion after Samuel Lino was fouled in the box. Memphis Depay added to the scoreline with a late strike, securing Atletico’s emphatic victory.
The win propels Atletico to third place in LaLiga with 51 points, level with Barcelona, as they gear up for a crucial clash against Inter Milan in the Champions League last-16 tie. Despite the challenge ahead, Correa expressed confidence in their ability to deliver a strong performance against the Serie A leaders.
Atletico’s comprehensive win serves as a confidence booster ahead of their European campaign, highlighting their resilience and attacking prowess despite resting key players.
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