In the face of Sevilla's away defeat, Oblak's confession, as an Atletico Madrid goalkeeper, is not only a self-reflection, but also a true portrayal of the team's current situation. Atletico's road to the title seems to be getting narrower and narrowerIt now seems that the fight for a Champions League place could be a more realistic goal.
This game was destined to be tough from the start. The start was unfavorable, and the opponent quickly broke through the door, and this is not the first time that such a plot has been staged this season. "We have to improve and change the mentality. Oblak's words seem to be saying to every Atletico player, every Atletico supporter. Indeed, mentality, opening, offense and defense, if these fundamental problems are not solved, no amount of skills and tactics will be in vain.
Sevilla are on their backs, and their ranking does not match their quality. It was a game that meant a lot to them, but Atletico failed to show the quality and determination they deserved. "We were punished," it wasn't just a summary of the game, maybe a reflection on the season as a whole. Difficult to score goals and leaky defensively have become an unavoidable reality for Atletico.
Away form has always been a pain point for Atletico, especially this season. If you want to challenge for the league title, this kind of performance is obviously not possible. "We're far from the top of the table," Oblak said, "It's not just a matter of distance, it's a gap in level and mentality. The gap with Real Madrid is not only reflected in the points, but also in the performance and results of each game.
As for Alvaro Morata's injury, the team's concerns are clear. At this juncture, the health and form of every player is crucial. Hopefully, Morata won't have much of a problem and will be able to return as soon as possible and contribute to the team.
The defeat was not just a loss of three points, but a reflection on Atletico's performance throughout the season. Facing the next game,Improvement and a shift in mindsetis the key. Only by truly doing so will Atletico have the potential to turn the tide and achieve their goals in the remaining games. For us as fans, the support and trust has never changed, and we will move forward with Atletico in good times and bad.