Baena double sends Atlético top of La Liga

Álex Baena's first-half brace powered Atlético Madrid to a 3-1 win at Sevilla, provisionally topping La Liga.

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What happened. Atlético Madrid beat Sevilla 3-1, with Álex Baena scoring twice in the first half to move provisionally top of La Liga.

• Baena opened the scoring, Lookman doubled the lead, then Baena added a long-range third.
• Sevilla improved after the break and Miguel Sierra pulled one back with a volley.
• Atlético have scored seven goals in their first three league matches.

“Being a World Cup winner had boosted his self-belief.”

— Álex Baena

Atlético's strong start continues after a draw and a win, with the result pending the rest of the round.

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