Atletico Madrid move five points clear in Spain

Atletico Madrid continued their quest for the Spanish title after lifting it last in 2013/2014, has they defeated Villarreal 0-2 at the Estadio de la Cerámica to move five points clear.

Atletico was gifted the first goal in 27th minute has Alfonso Pedraza of Villarreal scored an own goal. João Felix increased Atletico lead with a low strike to send them coasting to victory.

The win against the Yellow Submarine sends Atletico to 58 points, five points ahead of second place Barcelona with Atletico still having a game at hand.

Victory in yesterday la Liga game also sees Atletico get back to form after going three games in all competition without a win.

Atletico will now be setting their sights to Derby clash on March 7 where they host Real Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium