Atlético de Madrid wins La Liga debut with two spectacular goals

Atlético de Madrid kicked off their La Liga campaign for the 2026/27 season with a 2-0 victory over Málaga at the Wanda Metropolitano. The team, managed by Diego Simeone, secured three points thanks to two stunning goals in the final stages of the match.

After a first half with limited scoring opportunities and a largely uncomfortable game for the home side, Simeone found solutions from the bench. Kang-in Lee and Álex Baena entered the game in the second half and were instrumental in breaking down Málaga's defense.

Kang-in Lee opened the scoring in the 70th minute with a brilliant individual effort. Receiving the ball on the right, he cut inside, evaded defenders with skillful dribbles, and unleashed a powerful left-footed shot from outside the area that found the top corner. The goal ignited the stadium and gave Atlético the lead.

With the advantage, Atlético found more space. Álex Baena sealed the victory with a spectacular free-kick from an ideal position. His shot sailed over the wall and into the net, securing the 2-0 final score. Notably, Argentine forward Julián Álvarez was not included in the squad for this match, but his absence did not prevent the team from finding offensive answers.