Thomas Lemar finally scores and Atlético de Madrid takes power

He had not scored since April 20, 2019. It was during a match against Eibar. Since then, Thomas Lemar had chained 45 matches in all competitions without scoring a single goal. The famine of the former Caennais is finally over. From a recovery of the left foot at a closed angle, Lemar ended up unlocking his counter. And Atlético de Madrid can be happy about it. Because the Frenchman’s goal propelled him to success against Valladolid (2-0) which allows him to settle temporarily in the chair of La Liga leader.

Also because the formation of Diego Simeone, without João Felix and Koke at kickoff, was not really sovereign on the field until the opening of the score of the French, in the 55th minute of play. Colchoneros regained control of operations before sealing their success with a second goal scored by Marcos Llorente, who entered mid-game (72nd).

The Madrilenians have thus preserved their invincibility this season in the league. They are above all two lengths ahead of Real Sociedad, which will need a victory on Sunday on the lawn of Alavés to regain the lead in the standings. Atlético can now look to the Champions League and a trip to Salzburg on Wednesday, where Diego Simeone and his men will play their place in the round of 16 of the competition.