Atletico Madrid had been in some trouble after losing two of their three league stage games in the Champions League. However, they have now made it three in a row, and 10 in all competitions, as they defeated Slovan Bratislava 3-1 at the Metropolitano.
It was a dream start for Atleti, who took the lead after 16 minutes courtesy of Julian Alvarez, who scored his fourth Champions League goal of the season. Shortly before half time, the lead was doubled by Antoine Griezmann.
The visitors managed to pull a goal back six minutes into the second half as Clement Lenglet's foul in the penalty area allowed David Strelec to reduce the arrears. However, Atleti managed to restore their two-goal cushion shortly after Griezmann got his second of the evening.
The result takes Atletico Madrid up to 10th in the league stage standings, although they have played one game more than many of those around them.
