Atlético de Madrid 2-0 Valencia CF: Player Ratings
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A dominant win at home as Atlético return to the top four. Oblak
Had the occasional clearance or parry to make but will have been delighted to keep a third consecutive clean sheet. 5
Lino
The wing-back (and ex-Valencia player) found plenty of space on the flank to take advantage of, as Valencia left space in behind throughout the first half. He found himself with an open lane to goal in added time. Timing the bounce from Antoine Griezmann?s pass, the Brazilian slotted his shot past Giorgi Mamardashvili in the fifth minute of stoppage time. 8
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Reinildo
Back in the lineup for the first time in 337 days. Made an instant impact in solidifying Atletico Madrid?s defense, making seven clearances and six ball recoveries. He really is like a new signing. 5.5 Giménez
Made some needed challenges in the back. Picked up a first-half knock but decided to continue on until his substitution for Axel Witsel. 5
Savi?
Had a thumping header saved by Mamardashvili in the second half. Ended the match with two clearances. 5
Molina
Had room to stretch his legs and move forward. Could have had an easy assist in the opening minutes but failed to find Lino in the box. Continued to have time on the ball as the match went on. Sent in a quick cross to Memphis, who doubled the lead for Diego Simeone?s men with a flying header. 7
Barrios
Found success turning with the ball a...
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