Atletico Madrid suffer defeat in Asian tour Atletico Madrid lost 3-1 to Manchester City in a friendly match in Seoul. The Reds, who finished the 2025 season in 4th place in LaLiga with 69 points (21 wins, 6 draws, and 11 losses), showed inconsistent performance in the game.

What happened in the match? Diego Simeone's team took the lead with a goal from youngster Jorge Domínguez (16 years old) in the 43rd minute, but City responded in the second half with two assists from Antoine Semenyo to Omar Marmoush (minutes 57 and 59) and a goal from Rayan Ait Nouri in added time.

Why it matters for Atletico Madrid This match is part of Atletico Madrid's preparation for the new season, where they aim to improve after finishing 25 points behind leaders Barcelona. The team needs tactical and physical adjustments before their next match against Osasuna, scheduled for February 14, 2027.

What's next for the team? Atletico Madrid will continue their Asian tour to fine-tune details before the start of LaLiga. The team must work on their defense, which conceded 44 goals last season, and their attack, which scored 62 goals. Experience in international matches like this is key to their preparation.