Barcelona came from behind to beat Atlético Madrid 2-1 at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in a key La Liga clash.
Giuliano Simeone gave the hosts an early lead in the 10th minute after a quick move involving Julián Álvarez.
Barcelona responded just before half-time when Fermín López equalised.
The visitors grew into the game after the break, dominating possession and controlling the tempo.
Fermín struck again in the 66th minute, finishing a precise through ball from Lamine Yamal to complete the turnaround.
The win strengthened Barcelona’s position at the top of the table heading into the international break, despite early defensive vulnerabilities against Atlético’s transitions.
Here are the Barcelona player ratings:
Joan García (7.5/10)
Solid in goal and made important interventions when called upon.
Could do little about the early goal but handled the second half pressure well.
Brian Fariñas (6.5/10)
Struggled to contain Atlético’s attacks down his side in the first half.
Replaced at the break after a difficult outing.
Pau Cubarsí (7./10)
Generally composed and won several key aerial battles.
Still exposed at times by the high line and quick transitions.
Gerard Martín (7/10)
Worked hard but was stretched by Atlético’s movement in behind.
Improved slightly after the interval as the team gained control.
João Cancelo (7/10)
Offered width in attack but was caught out defensively on occasion.
Substituted around the hour mark.
Marc Bernal (7.5/10)
Provided energy and ball-winning presence in midfield.
Helped Barcelona regain territorial control after a shaky start.
Pedri (8/10)
Dictated tempo once the side settled and linked play effectively.
Key to the improved second-half dominance.
Fermín López (9.5/10)
Clinical and decisive with both goals to turn the game around.
Constantly found space between the lines and finished with composure.
Lamine Yamal (8.5/10)
Created danger throughout and delivered the assist for the winner.
Kept Atlético’s defence busy with his movement and delivery.
Anthony Gordon (7/10)
Worked hard off the ball but had limited impact in the final third.
Struggled to influence the game as much as expected.
Raphinha (7.5/10)
Pressed with intensity and offered an outlet on the left.
Less influential than usual in chance creation.
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