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Atlético Madrid`s 2-0 win over Mallorca narrows the La Liga title race, closing in on Real Madrid.

Atlético de Madrid delivered a crucial performance on February 3, 2025, defeating Mallorca 2-0 at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium. Samuel Lino opened the scoring in the 26th minute, followed by a late goal from Antoine Griezmann in the 93rd minute, sealing the victory for the Colchoneros. This win is pivotal as it brings Atlético Madrid within just one point of league leaders Real Madrid, who faced a surprising 1-0 defeat to Espanyol over the same weekend.

With this victory, Atlético Madrid now sits in second place in La Liga with 45 points from 21 matches, boasting 13 wins, 6 draws, and only 2 losses. The tight competition at the top of the table intensifies the upcoming Madrid derby against Real Madrid, which could have significant implications for the title race. The match against Mallorca showcased Atlético`s dominance, with Lino and Griezmann emerging as standout performers, highlighting a return to form after a challenging period that included a draw against Villarreal and a loss to Sevilla.

The current league standings reflect a competitive atmosphere, with Atlético Madrid just one point behind Real Madrid and four points ahead of Barcelona. The stakes are high as the season progresses, and every match will be crucial in determining the eventual champion of La Liga.

La Liga title race is heating up, and Atlético Madrid`s recent form could be the key to their success.

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