In the annals of football history, there are certain matches that stand out as true classics, encapsulating the essence of the beautiful game. One such match took place on a fateful day when Girona FC faced off against Atletico Madrid in a thrilling encounter that ended with a remarkable 4-3 victory for the underdogs.
From the first whistle, it was evident that both teams were determined to leave their mark on this memorable clash. Atletico Madrid, known for their defensive solidity and tactical prowess, took an early lead through a clinical finish from their star striker. However, Girona FC refused to be intimidated by their illustrious opponents and quickly equalized with a stunning long-range effort.
Girona coach Michel called the win "historic," but cooled any talk of winning LaLiga this season despite his team's success at the midway point of the season following a first-ever win over Atleti.
"It's not the objective [winning LaLiga]," Michel said. "First to think game by game and try to reach Europe, which would make history for this club. Today a really great game, really difficult, did a lot well. Atletico as well, a great game. My players have an incredible mentality: resilience in the bad moments, always give everything to take the match forward.
Real next visit fifth-tier Arandina in the first round of the Spanish Cup before taking on Atlético Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup.
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Granada beat Cádiz 2-0 with goals from Myrto Uzuni and Bryan Zaragoza, who has agreed a move to Bayern Munich at the end of the season.
Third-placed Atletico now sit 10 points behind Girona, who have never finished higher than 10th in Spain's top division.
Girona have won 15 of their first 19 league matches of the season.
Their only defeat was a 3-0 home loss against Real Madrid in September.
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