Ratings: Atlético stunned by clinical Celta for 10th league defeat
MADRID, SPAIN - MAY 9: Alexander Sorloth of Atletico Madrid disappointed during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Atletico Madrid v Celta de Vigo at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano on May 9, 2026 in Madrid Spain (Photo by M Gracia Jimenez/Soccrates/Getty Images) | Getty Images Just days after crashing out of the UEFA Champions League, Atlético Madrid hoped to recover some good vibes by beating sixth-place Celta Vigo in the friendly confines of the Metropolitano. But when it rains, it pours. While Atlético created numerous chances, a Borja Iglesias chip just after the hour proved to be the difference as Celta stunned their hosts in a 1-0 win.
OUR XI 💪 pic. twitter. com/R5jRMinvoT — Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) May 9, 2026 Here’s how each player rated after the team’s 1-0 loss: Starting XI: Oblak Wasn’t challenged at all until the 62nd minute, when Borja Iglesias lofted a chip over him after he rushed out of the net to challenge the Spain striker.
4 Ruggeri The Italian wasn’t burdened much out of possession in the first half, so he had the leeway to push forward and loft crosses toward the area. His link-up with Lookman disappeared as the game moved along, and he struggled after the Nigeria international came off. 4.
5 Hancko Missed a point-blank header from a corner early in the second half and by the time he had shifted over to challenge Iglesias, the Celta captain had practically already scored the game’s only goal. Good on the ball as ever, completing 59 out of 62 passes. 4.
5 Giménez Got a rare start in the defense, his first for two months, but injured his right ankle trying to win the ball off Iglesias and was promptly removed midway through the first half. Could be the Uruguayan’s last match at the club. N/A Pubill Mistimed his challenge and fooled completely on Williot Swedberg’s clever pass for Iglesias, which produced Celta’s goal.
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