Atletico Madrid kicked off their La Liga 2026-27 campaign with a convincing 2-0 victory over newly promoted Malaga at home. The match was marked by impressive performances from Lee Kang In and World Cup champion Baena, who played crucial roles in securing the win.

Throughout the first half, Atletico struggled to break through Malaga's defense despite creating several scoring opportunities. However, the game took a turn in the second half when head coach Diego Simeone made strategic substitutions, introducing key players including Baena, Marcos Llorente, and new signings Lee Kang In and Hjulmand.

In the 70th minute, Lee Kang In made a significant impact by dribbling from the right flank into the center, skillfully maneuvering past multiple Malaga defenders before delivering a precise shot that found the back of the net, putting Atletico ahead 1-0.

Building on this momentum, Baena sealed the victory for Atletico in the 85th minute with a stunning free-kick goal, showcasing his exceptional talent and confirming the team's strong start to the season. The final score stood at 2-0, marking a successful beginning for Atletico Madrid in La Liga.

Starting Lineups:

• Atletico Madrid: Oblak, Dominguez, Le Normand, Hancko, Martinez, Koke, Martin, Mendoza, Barrios, Ortiz, Lookman
• Malaga: Herrero, Puga, Recio, Galilea, Rafita, Merino, Larrubia, Dotor, Lorenzo, Munoz, Chupe