Atlético Madrid achieved an important victory over their host Levante by two goals to nil, in the match that brought them together within the competitions of the eleventh round of the Spanish League, to temporarily ascend to the top of the standings, continuing its positive results in the competition.
Alex Grimaldo opened the scoring for Atlético Madrid in the 36th minute, after the team of coach Diego Simeone gained the advantage during the first half, before Giuliano Simeone consolidated the visitors' lead by scoring the second goal in the 62nd minute, to confirm his team's superiority and secure the three points.
With this victory, Atlético Madrid raised its tally to 28 points, to sit at the top of the Spanish League standings, after playing 11 matches, achieving a temporary lead over its rivals in the race for the top spot.
The Madrid team awaits the result of Barcelona's match against Deportivo Alavés, scheduled to be held this Saturday evening, as the Catalan club has 27 points and can regain first place if they achieve victory.
In contrast, Levante continued its negative results, after its tally froze at 10 points in sixteenth place, after playing 11 matches, remaining close to the danger zones in the standings.