Barcelona defeated Atletico Madrid 3-1 in a La Liga match at Camp Nou on December 2, 2025, coming from behind to extend their lead at the top of the table to four points.​

Match Summary

Atletico Madrid took the lead early through Alex Baena, assisted by Nahuel Molina, with a skillful lob over Barcelona's goalkeeper Joan Garcia. Barcelona equalized just seven minutes later when Raphinha rounded Jan Oblak and finished. In the second half, Dani Olmo scored to put Barcelona ahead after Atletico failed to clear danger, and Ferran Torres sealed the win in stoppage time with a finish from a counter-attack involving Alejandro Balde and Marcus Rashford.​

Key Moments

  • Barcelona dominated possession initially but struggled to create chances beyond Raphinha's long-range shot​

  • Atletico nearly regained the lead, but Garcia saved from Baena in a one-on-one.​

  • Barcelona missed a first-half penalty (Lewandowski) and a header chance, plus Raphinha's early second-half opportunity.​

  • Thiago Almada missed a late chance for Atletico to equalize.​

Player Impacts

Eric Garcia stood out defensively for Barcelona, while Pedri's composure controlled midfield against Atletico's physicality. Raphinha, Olmo, and Torres were decisive with their goals. Atletico's 13-match unbeaten league streak ended, missing a chance to make history.

Barcelona Lineup and Formation

Barcelona lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Starting XI: Joan Garcia (GK); Jules Koundé, Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martin, Alejandro Balde; Eric Garcia, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Raphinha; Robert Lewandowski.​

Key substitutions included Ferran Torres replacing Robert Lewandowski around the 66th minute, contributing to the third goal. Other changes featured Gerard Martin (47th minute), and Pedri and Raphinha (both around 26th minute, likely post-match ratings context).​

Atletico Madrid Lineup and Formation

Atletico Madrid deployed a 4-4-2 formation. Starting XI: Jan Oblak (GK); Nahuel Molina, José Giménez, Clément Lenglet, David Hancko; Giuliano Simeone, Pablo Barrios, Johnny Cardoso, Nicolás González (or Álex Baena in midfield); Álex Baena, Julián Álvarez.​

Subs entered included Koke (14th minute), Thiago Almada, and others like Conor Gallagher from the bench. Unavailable players: Marcos Llorente and Robin Le Normand (injured).