Atletico Madrid have kept up their push for a Champions League qualification spot with a late 2-1 win at Rayo Vallecano.
Los Rojiblancos are still in a strong position to maintain in their position in elite of Spanish football as they responded well to a pressurised scenario in Vallecas.
Atletico responded well to an early setback, as Nahuel Molina capitalised on a mistake to slot the visitors in front in the front Spanish capital.
What a move! 🤌
Atleti score the opener with a devastating counter-attacking goal 🔴⚪#LaLigaSantander pic.twitter.com/UBdFkWSV6V
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Mario Hermoso doubled Atletico’s advantage before the break as the visitors looked set to cruise on to victory on the south side of the capital.
Rayo did produce a late consolidation, as Fran Garcia lashed home, but the home side were unable to carve outa winning goal in the final minutes.
What a goal by Fran García!
The highly-touted Rayo Vallecano player with a great strike from distance 🚀#LaLigaSantander pic.twitter.com/JKhu7nwC94
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As it stands, Atletico have a ten point lead inside the Champions League places, with Rayo in ninth place, with an ever examining gap outside of the European places this season.
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