Match Highlights
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Pablo Barrios opened the scoring in the 11th minute with a powerful strike from outside the box, marking his first professional goal.
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Midfielder Axel Witsel doubled the lead in the 47th minute, capitalising on a rebound to make it 2–0 .
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Albert Rusnák gave Seattle a lifeline early in the second half (50′), expertly converting after a defensive slip.
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Barrios completed his brace in the 55th minute, sealing the win for Atlético.
Tactical Takeaways
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Atlético pressed high and dominated possession, asserting control throughout the contest .
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Seattle showed resilience and found early momentum but failed to maintain intensity against their European opponents.
Group B Implications
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The result places Atlético Madrid on 3 points, alongside PSG and Botafogo, setting up a thrilling three-team battle for the top qualifying spots.
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Seattle, winless, now face a must-win scenario in their next match against PSG to have any chance of advancing .
What’s Next
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Atlético Madrid will face Botafogo in their final Group B fixture.
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Seattle Sounders take on Paris Saint‑Germain, needing a strong performance to turn their fortunes around.
Final Take: A commanding display from Atlético Madrid, powered by Barnrios’s two clinical finishes and midfield dominance, dealt a blow to Seattle’s hopes. The group remains wide open as the tournament heads toward its denouement.
