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Atletico Madrid’s record streak ends in shock defeat to Leganes

18. January 2025
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Atletico Madrid saw their remarkable 15-match winning streak come to an end in surprising fashion with a 1-0 defeat to struggling Leganes.

The loss brings an abrupt halt to the record-setting run that began last October and marks a frustrating setback for Diego Simeone's side.

The decisive moment came early in the second half, when experienced Serbian defender Matija Nastasić scored the game’s only goal. Nastasić, a veteran of clubs like Partizan, Fiorentina, Manchester City, Schalke, and Mallorca, capitalized on a defensive lapse to seal a memorable victory for Leganes.

Atletico had their opportunities to equalize, most notably through Antoine Griezmann, who missed a crucial penalty in the 90th minute. Despite their efforts, the visitors failed to find the back of the net, leaving them empty-handed and frustrated ahead of a challenging Champions League test against Bayer Leverkusen.

In goal for Atletico was the ever-reliable Jan Oblak, making his 471st appearance for the club. The 32-year-old Slovenian goalkeeper, hailing from Škofja Loka, remains a cornerstone of Simeone’s team, even on a night when they fell short.

The defeat serves as a stark reminder that even the most consistent teams are not invincible. Atletico will need to regroup quickly as they turn their focus to Europe, with Bayer Leverkusen presenting a formidable challenge in the coming days.

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