Atletico build confidence before Arsenal but Barrios hurt
Home Alexander Sorloth struck twice as Atletico Madrid built confidence for their Champions League semi-final clash against Arsenal with a 3-2 win over Athletic Bilbao on Saturday in La Liga. However Diego Simeone's side were also left sweating on the fitness of midfielder Pablo Barrios, who walked off injured midway through the second half. Atletico have little to play for in La Liga, sitting fourth and now 10 points clear of Real Betis in fifth. Their hopes of silverware this season are pinned to European success and a potential first ever Champions League triumph. Losing energetic midfielder Barrios could be a blow for the Rojiblancos, with the first leg clash against the Premier League leaders approaching on Wednesday at Atletico's Metropolitano stadium. The Spaniard had only just returned from a thigh injury after missing both legs of their quarter-final win over Barcelona.
Published: April 26, 2026 4:56 pm
Source: The Express Tribune — Read original