Atlético Madrid's subs secure 2-0 win over Málaga

Late goals from substitutes Kang-in Lee and Álex Baena rescued a winning start for Atlético.

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What happened. Atlético Madrid beat Málaga 2-0 in their La Liga opener, with substitutes Kang-in Lee and Álex Baena scoring late goals.

• Kang-in Lee scored in the 70th minute, Baena curled a free-kick in five minutes from time.
• Málaga had chances through David Larrubia and Chupe, but Oblak denied them.
• Julián Álvarez was not in the squad amid speculation over his future.

Atlético face Villarreal next, while Málaga host Deportivo in their first home game.

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