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Espanyol end Atletico Madrid's historic La Liga streak in comeback win
- Espanyol defeated Atlético Madrid 2-1 on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the RCDE Stadium in Madrid during La Liga's opening match.
- Atlético, managed by Diego Simeone in his 15th season, led early but failed to maintain control despite heavy summer investment and seven new signings.
- Atlético took the lead with Julián Álvarez's 37th-minute free kick, but Espanyol's Miguel Ángel Rubio equalized in the 73rd and Pere Milla scored the winner in the 84th minute.
- Koke acknowledged that effectiveness in attack and defense was lacking, while Simeone noted that Espanyol took advantage of their chances and described the experience as part of the team's development.
- The result ended Atlético's 15-match unbeaten streak on opening days and placed them 16th with zero points, while Espanyol rose to seventh, raising questions about Atlético's title chances.
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