Following their significant victory over Porto by a score of 2-1 in the previous week, Barcelona appeared to be in a state of rejuvenated and sharpness as they faced Atletico Madrid at their home stadium tonight. Considering that Real Madrid and Girona are currently in second place, the significance of today’s match cannot be overstated.
Xavi’s team made it abundantly evident that they were serious about their business from the very beginning, as they took the game to Atletico Madrid and created a multitude of opportunities within the first ten minutes of the match. In addition, Barca would have been ahead by at least two goals if it weren’t for some terrible finishing.
However, Joao Felix, a former attacker for Atletico Madrid, only needed one opportunity to demonstrate his impact on the game. He found a way into the box after Raphinha played a through ball, and he chipped Jan Oblak to open the scoring.
In front of the Atletico fans, he proceeded to celebrate on the advertisement boards that were located everywhere.
“The celebration was unplanned and unplanned. A reprieve from everything that I had been through throughout the summer before last. According to MARCA, he responded to the question by saying, “It was for my family.”
Antoine Griezmann and Felix, who were both competing against their previous teams, were the focus of attention prior to the matchup. Both players were playing against their old teams. To the question of whether or whether the pressure from the media was beneficial to him, the Portuguese responded as follows:
All during the week, people have been talking about me, but I don’t pay attention to what they have to say. I’m merely going about my tasks. Regardless of what other people think, I make it a point to improve myself every single day.
“This triumph was of the utmost significance. Despite the fact that we played a solid game, we now have to consider Girona, who will also be a significant competitor among us. Felix went on to say that he was accustomed to being talked about every week, and that this week was no exception.
Additionally, he was questioned on his relationship with the players at Atletico, particularly in light of the manner in which he was treated by them. Felix received what appeared to be a knock in addition to being fouled five times at the same time.
When it comes to the players at Atletico, I have a positive relationship with practically all of them. All the best to them in the future. Simeone and I did not have a conversation.
Last but not least, he discussed his permanent residence in the club, stating, “I am exceedingly content here.” This summer, I really hope that Barcelona will make an effort to sign me.