Atlético Madrid on the Brink of LaLiga History: Can They Score First Against Oviedo?

Madrid, CA – The air around the Cívitas Metropolitano is thick with anticipation as Atlético Madrid stands on the cusp of an extraordinary LaLiga record. As they prepare to face Oviedo, all eyes are on whether Diego Simeone’s men can continue their remarkable trend of opening the scoring in matches. Should they find the net first, Atlético Madrid will carve out a unique place in the 95 editions of the Spanish championship, becoming the only team to do so in the first 14 matchdays.

This isn’t just another game for Atlético; it’s an opportunity to etch their name into the annals of football history. They’ve already matched a record set by Real Madrid in the 1991-92 season, which saw the Whites score first in 13 consecutive games. Now, a goal against Oviedo would push them beyond that benchmark, establishing a new, unparalleled standard.

Simeone’s Meticulous Approach: A Recipe for Early Goals

Under the astute guidance of Diego Simeone, Atlético Madrid has developed a reputation for tactical discipline and relentless effort. This season, however, they’ve added an almost supernatural ability to strike first. While opening the scoring doesn’t always guarantee victory – a 0-1 lead against Espanyol was famously overturned, and four other matches ended in 1-1 draws – it has been the foundation of success in eight encounters, including their last six victories.

This consistent knack for taking an early lead reflects a deeper strategic advantage. It allows them to control the tempo, force opponents to chase the game, and often dictates the narrative of the match from the outset. It’s a habit that is proving incredibly difficult for rivals to break.

A Symphony of Scorers: Sharing the Load

One might assume that such a prolific trend of scoring first would heavily rely on one or two star attackers. However, the responsibility of being the ‘opener’ has been surprisingly distributed across the squad. A remarkable ten different players have had the honour of breaking the deadlock for Atlético this season.

• Julián Álvarez has been a key figure, contributing three times to the decisive 1-0 or 0-1 scoresheet.
• Giuliano Simeone, with two crucial early goals, has also made a significant impact.
• Beyond these two, five other Rojiblancos have stepped up, demonstrating the squad’s depth and collective attacking prowess.
• Intriguingly, three times it has been an opponent’s own goal that gifted Atlético the early advantage, highlighting an element of fortune mixed with sustained pressure.

Even players like Raspadori, who broke a Champions League deadlock against Eintracht (a resounding 5-1 victory), and the prolific Antoine Griezmann, despite being the team’s second-highest scorer with five goals (behind Julián’s ten), are yet to be the very first to score in a LaLiga match this season. Their turn could be next, adding even more layers to this fascinating statistical anomaly.

The Oviedo Challenge: A Date with Destiny

As Atlético Madrid prepares for their clash against Oviedo, the stakes are higher than just three points. This match presents an opportunity to cement their legacy, to achieve something never before seen in nearly a century of LaLiga football. Will they continue their incredible run and write a new chapter in Spanish football history?

Fans across Canada and around the globe will be watching closely as Simeone’s determined squad aims to score first once more, proving that consistency, strategy, and a collective spirit can truly lead to historic achievements. The question isn’t just if Atlético Madrid will win, but if they will once again be the first to ignite the scoreboard.