Atletico's Hitman bursts from Spider's shadow to end 18-year wait at Barca | Sid Lowe
Briefly

Diego Simeone's nickname for Alexander Srloth, 'Hitman,' reflects his background as a strategist; it signifies how crucial he was in executing Atletico Madrid's game plan against Barcelona.
Srloth's dramatic last-minute goal against Barcelona not only confirmed Atletico Madrid's title credentials but also marked a historical victory, breaking a 17-year winless streak at the Camp Nou.
Simeone has been a transformative coach for Atletico Madrid, achieving unprecedented successes such as league titles and now writing a new chapter by defeating Barcelona after 17 years.
The impact of new signings, like Srloth and Gallagher, emphasizes Atletico's proactive strategy to reinforce their squad and enhance competitiveness in the La Liga.
Read at www.theguardian.com
[
|
]