Villarreal grows strong against Atletico

Control of the game
Villarreal CF started wanting to take the pace of the game. And it did. The "Amarillo" midfield took the lead of the match and as result of such control began to create danger and chances.

Villarreal´s front
Both Léo Baptistão as Roberto Soldado gave a lot of work to the central defenders of Atlético de Madrid. Their movements and mobility created a lot of doubts in the "Rojiblanca" back line, which resulted in a goal after a good action by the Brazilian striker.

Physical
After three games in a week, the physical aspect became something very important in the course of the match. Marcelino's men were stronger in this regard and won that battle to Atletico, who suffered more in the physical aspect.

Final Insistence
Atletico Madrid tried to reach the goal defended by Areola continuously, but the good work of the Villarreal defense formed by Mario, Victor Ruiz, Bailly and Jaume Costa, not only allowed to solve any difficult situation in the final minutes, but also managed to keep a clean sheet.