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Barcelona fight from behind to claim a 3-1 victory over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night, extending their lead at the top of La Liga.
Next Game: Athletic Bilbao vs. Atletico Madrid - Saturday, December 6 at 8pm in La Liga
| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 3 | Villarreal | 14 | 16 | 32 |
| 4 | Atletico Madrid | 15 | 14 | 31 |
| 5 | Real Betis | 14 | 8 | 24 |
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Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs Atletico Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Atletico Madrid, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.18:04
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Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Blaugrana extend La Liga lead
Barcelona fight from behind to claim a 3-1 victory over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night, extending their lead at the top of La Liga.Dec 2, 19:18
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'learn' Conor Gallagher asking price ahead of January window
Atletico Madrid are reportedly willing to consider offers of around £26m for midfielder Conor Gallagher, who is wanted by Manchester United in January.Dec 2, 14:27
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Team News: Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Tuesday's La Liga clash between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.Dec 1, 20:00
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Barcelona lineup vs. Atletico Madrid: Predicted XI for La Liga clash with Hansi Flick set to make key Pedri decision
Sports Mole takes a look at how Barcelona could line up for Tuesday's La Liga clash with Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou.Dec 1, 00:04
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Preview:Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's La Liga clash between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 30, 22:00
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Barcelona injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Atletico Madrid: Ronald Araujo, Eric Garcia latest
Sports Mole rounds up all of Barcelona's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Tuesday's La Liga clash with Atletico Madrid.Nov 30, 19:57
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Sunderland transfer news: Black Cats interested in high-profile Serie A striker?
Sunderland are reportedly considering a January swoop for AC Milan striker Santiago Gimenez, who is also wanted by Atletico Madrid and Brentford.Nov 30, 17:28
Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel for La Liga clash
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the La Liga clash between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.Nov 29, 16:34
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Liverpool transfer news: ‘Very interested’ La Liga team 'contact' Premier League star amid fears Arne Slot will miss target
Liverpool are reportedly fearful that a La Liga team will beat them to the addition of a Premier League target, with Arne Slot keen on additions in the winter.Nov 28, 23:37
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Preview:Atletico Madrid vs Real Oviedo - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Atletico Madrid and Real Oviedo, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 27, 17:18
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Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'intensify scouting operations' and 'plan £132m raid' for Porto duo
Chelsea are reportedly preparing a £132m double swoop for Porto attacking duo Samu Aghehowa and Victor Froholdt ahead of the January transfer window.Nov 27, 15:17
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Chelsea transfer news: Blues to 'tussle' with Premier League rival for Europe's leading dribbler
Chelsea and a struggling Premier League rival both reportedly target a versatile midfielder from Atletico Madrid as a potential January signing.Nov 26, 13:08
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Aston Villa transfer news: Emiliano Martinez turns agent to 'speak' to potential winter target
Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez allegedly speaks to an Argentine compatriot over a potential transfer to Aston Villa in 2026.Nov 26, 10:43
Man United receive Conor Gallagher transfer update with Premier League clubs 'queueing up' for Atletico Madrid midfielder
A number of Premier League clubs are reportedly lining up for Manchester United-linked Conor Gallagher if Atletico Madrid opt to sell in the January transfer window.Nov 25, 00:15
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Preview:Atletico Madrid vs Inter Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 24, 16:12
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Preview:Getafe vs Atletico Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Getafe and Atletico Madrid, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Nov 21, 20:00
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Barcelona transfer news: Five strikers emerge as Barcelona eye Robert Lewandowski succession
Robert Lewandowski is nearing the end of his journey with FC Barcelona. The Catalan club want to replace him, and five centre-forwards stand out. One of them, however, seems to have the advantage.Nov 18, 08:44
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Barcelona goal machine Robert Lewandowski issues update on future as Harry Kane transfer talk continues
Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski says that he will be ready to make a decision on his future "soon".Nov 15, 13:43
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils 'make feelings clear' on possible Kobbie Mainoo, Joshua Zirkzee January departures
Manchester United are allegedly expected to resist any attempts from Kobbie Mainoo or Joshua Zirkzee to leave the club in January.Nov 13, 15:13
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