Atlético de Madrid aims to recover from losses as they face Espanyol in La Liga, crucial for their title hopes.

Atlético de Madrid faces a pivotal match against Espanyol in La Liga, aiming to bounce back from two consecutive defeats. Currently sitting third in the standings, Atlético trails leaders Barcelona by four points, who also have a game in hand. The team`s recent form has been troubling, highlighted by a dramatic 4-2 loss to Barcelona, where they squandered a 2-0 lead in the final 20 minutes. Additionally, they fell to Getafe 2-1 in their last outing, putting pressure on manager Diego Simeone to turn things around.

Espanyol, positioned 15th in the table and just above the relegation zone, has shown resilience at home, remaining unbeaten in their last eight league games at their stadium. Their previous encounter with Atlético ended in a draw, adding to the challenge for the visitors. This upcoming match is crucial for Atlético to regain momentum in the title race, especially with Barcelona set to face Osasuna, which could widen the gap further if they secure a win.

Despite the recent struggles on the pitch, Atlético`s financial performance has seen improvements, with revenues nearing €400 million, although their exit from the Champions League has impacted earnings. The stakes are high as Atlético looks to reclaim their place among the title contenders.

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