Atletico Madrid Ends Poor Away Run at Granada Despite More VAR Controversy

Introduction to the article:
This article discusses Atletico Madrid’s 1-0 victory over Granada in a La Liga match. The win ended Atletico Madrid’s months-long winless streak away from home and a series of four consecutive defeats when not playing at the Metropolitano. The victory moves them back into the top four.

Atletico Madrid’s Hard-Earned Victory

The match between Granada and Atletico Madrid was far from comfortable for the latter, despite their ultimate win. Both teams cancelled each other out in the first half, with Granada being the happier side. However, Atletico lifted the pace in the second half and were rewarded with a goal a little over 10 minutes later.

Controversy and Frustration

The final half-hour of the match saw more attacks from Granada than Atletico, with several close calls for the opposing team. Granada goalkeeper Agustin Batalla expressed frustration over a penalty decision, while Atletico’s manager Diego Simeone maintained his belief in VAR but acknowledged the pressure on referees. The controversy and frustration continued even after the final whistle.