Atlético de Madrid achieved a vital victory in the Club World Cup 2025 after defeating the Seattle Sounders 3-1 on the second day of Group B, a result that keeps alive their chances of advancing to the next phase. The match was played at Seattle’s Lumen Field, where fans experienced a dynamic duel with moments of tension and talent.
Midfielder Pablo Barrios was the star of the match with a brace that opened and closed the scoring for the Red and Whites. His first goal came at minute 11 with an accurate shot from outside the area. In the second half, in the 55th minute, he scored his second goal with a cross shot to the far post, after an assist from Alexander Sorloth. Between the two goals, Axel Witsel scored Atlético de Madrid’s second just after the start of the second half, taking advantage of a loose ball in the six-yard box to push it in with his chest. Seattle managed to pull one back with a goal by Albert Rusnák in the 50th minute, but it was not enough to change the course of the match.
Match control and tactical response
From the start, Atlético de Madrid showed greater tactical clarity and domination of the ball, with more than 60% of possession and multiple dangerous arrivals.
Diego Simeone’s team was able to balance high pressure with defensive order, preventing the U.S. team from generating real danger.
The fans witnessed a dynamic showdown
The central backline, led by Le Normand and Hermoso, was solid against Seattle’s attempts, which relied on quick transitions and long balls to find an equalizer.
Even so, the home side managed to trouble Jan Oblak in the final minutes, including a goal disallowed for offside by Colombian Jesus Ferreira.
Group B is as follows
Buzzy
With this victory, Atlético de Madrid has earned its first three points of the tournament.
The team still depends on what happens on the third and last matchday of the group, where it will face Botafogo, which is also fighting for qualification.
If the Spaniards win and improve their goal difference, they could reach the quarterfinals.
Seattle, on the other hand, is eliminated after its second consecutive loss, leaving MLS participation on a high note, but without sporting reward.
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