At the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Atlético de Madrid hosted Celta Vigo for this 35th day of La Liga in a particular context, marked by the recent elimination of the Colchoneros in the semi-final of the Champions League against Arsenal. Visibly affected mentally, Simeone’s men struggled to get into their match, in a generally closed first period where the two teams neutralized each other. At the break, the score was logically goalless, reflecting a match lacking in clear chances.
In the second half, Celta Vigo was able to take advantage of Atlético still lacking rhythm and confidence. In the 62nd minute, Borja Iglesias opened the scoring on a pass from Swedberg, punishing a passive Madrid defense in the action. Despite several changes and a reaction of pride at the end of the match, the Colchoneros never managed to come back to the score, lacking precision in the last meters. Celta held on until the end to win (1-0) away, confirming a precious victory against Atlético still stunned by its European disillusionment.
