Atletico Madrid ultimately secured a straightforward victory at Monaco in their Champions League opener, winning 2-1 despite falling behind.
Diego Costa and Jose Gimenez did the damage as Atletico Madrid came from behind to begin their Champions League Group A campaign with a 2-1 win at Monaco.
Atletico have been disappointing in LaLiga and again looked susceptible at the back in the first half.
A couple of mistakes in quick succession ruined Atletico’s positive start to the game. Nonetheless, the superior visitors deservedly went into the break ahead thanks to Costa and Gimenez.
However, that lead never looked in danger after the restart, as Atletico enjoyed complete control of the midfield and saw out the win.
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