Atletico Madrid fans could barely have feared a worse three-game run before the international break, losing two games to Getafe and Barcelona in stoppage time, and a third Champions League clash

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone remains optimistic about the club's title chances after Sunday's 4-2 LaLiga defeat to Barcelona, saying the loss was not down to bad luck but lack of consistency.

In just a matter of days, one of Atletico Madrid’s most promising seasons turned into great disappointment. Playing well and with confidence, Atletico looked poised for a deep run in the Champions League,