Atlético de Madrid head into the October international break with a crucial late victory against rivals Real Sociedad.
The Rojiblances won the battle between the two teams who finished third and fourth respectively last season. Qualification for the Champions League is once again on the agenda for both teams.
The home side survived an early scare in Madrid before defender Samuel Lino infiltrated the La Real defense to score his first ever goal for Atletico.
Atletico created chances either side of the break, with two attempts on the post, but failed to score a second goal against their Basque visitors.
This lack of edge left the door open for Real Sociedad after the restart and Mikel Oyarzabal unceremoniously equalized late in the match.
However, the crucial decision came in the final moments, when Atletico were awarded a penalty for a handball, which Antoine Griezmann coolly converted to clinch all three points.
