Atletico Madrid Triumph Over Betis Following Heavy Arsenal Loss

Atletico Madrid secured a convincing 2-0 victory against Real Betis on Monday, climbing to fourth place in La Liga while recovering from their Champions League humiliation at the hands of Arsenal.

Diego Simeones team suffered a 4-0 defeat in north London last week, yet they put it out of mind with an impressive performance at La Cartuja stadium, Beticas temporary home ground.

This marked just their second clean sheet in nine matches across all tournaments and their inaugural away triumph this season.

The managers son Giuliano Simeone struck first, with Alex Baena adding the second goal prior to the interval.

This marks a vital victory, achieved through grit, and I am pleased, Atletico custodian Jan Oblak remarked to Movistar.

I trust we maintain this form on the road, not only at home, it was a superb collective effort and tremendous endeavour from everyone.

Giuliano Simeone put the away side in front early on via a clever volley from the boxes perimeter.

Prominent recent acquisition Baena bent in his debut strike for the side before the break, extending the Colchoneros advantage.

Real Betis dominated the latter period and struck the bar via Abde Ezzalzoulis set piece, though Atletico backline remained resolute.

Atletico sit eight points adrift of La Liga frontrunners Real Madrid, yet they stand alone in besting their local adversaries this term.

Our initial away success, and we are delighted with the teams outstanding contribution, stated Giuliano Simeone, who honoured his newborn nephew Faustino by forming an F sign during his celebration.

Faustinos arrival elevated Atletico head coach Diego Simeone to grandfather status.

Nothing alters for me, quipped the Colchoneros tactician with a grin, also praising his sons solid showing.

Manuel Pellegrinis Real Betis, in sixth, now lag three points behind Atletico.

Today we faltered in the attacking zones, needing more precision before goal, Betis creative force Giovani Lo Celso shared with Movistar.

The squad toiled relentlessly and persisted to the close, supporting the supporters who braved the rain on a Monday and cheered without cease. We must move on and press forward.