Sports · October 17, 2026
In-form Atletico scrape late win at Espanyol
In a Saturday La Liga fixture, Atlético Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 away victory against Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium in Cornellà. The decisive moment occurred in the 89th minute when Álex Baena scored with a strike from the edge of the box. This win extends Atlético's current winning streak to six matches across all competitions and keeps them in contention in the league table, trailing leaders Barcelona by five points. Meanwhile, Real Madrid manager José Mourinho commented on the suspension and future of Vinícius Júnior ahead of their upcoming match against Sevilla.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Atlético Madrid defeated Espanyol 1-0.
- Álex Baena scored the winning goal in the 89th minute.
- The match was played at Espanyol's home ground in Cornellà.
- Atlético Madrid have won six consecutive games in all competitions.
- Atlético Madrid remain five points behind league leaders Barcelona.
Reported by only some outlets
- José Mourinho stated he would have left Real Madrid if he were Vinícius Júnior due to the lack of respect and racial abuse the player has faced.
- Vinícius Júnior is currently serving a four-match ban for hair pulling during a game against Villarreal.
- Vinícius Júnior will miss the upcoming Clásico on October 25th.
Confirmed
- Atlético Madrid beat Espanyol 1-0.
- Álex Baena scored in the 89th minute.
- Atlético is on a six-game winning streak.
Reported
- José Mourinho believes Vinícius Júnior should have forced a move away from Spain due to lack of respect. (The Guardian)
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