Atletico Madrid's title challenge

Atletico Madrid are in contention for the LaLiga title, having spent Christmas at the top of the table. Diego Simeone's side have been inconsistent this season, but their recent run of form has seen them rise to the summit.

The Rojiblancos have been boosted by the arrivals of several new players in the summer, including striker Alexander Sorloth, centre-back Robin Le Normand and midfielder Conor Gallagher. These signings have added depth and quality to the squad, and have helped Atletico to become more competitive in LaLiga.

Atletico's defensive record has been excellent this season, with the team conceding just 12 goals in 18 league matches. Goalkeeper Jan Oblak has been in excellent form, keeping eight clean sheets in LaLiga so far. The team's defensive solidity has been a key factor in their success this season, and they will need to continue to be defensively sound if they are to challenge for the title.

In attack, Atletico have been more inconsistent. The team have scored 29 goals in 18 league matches, with striker Antoine Griezmann and forward Julian Alvarez the main goal threats. Griezmann has been in excellent form this season, creating 10 chances and scoring six goals in LaLiga. Alvarez, meanwhile, has scored five goals in 13 league appearances, but has struggled to find consistency.

Atletico's recent form has been excellent, with the team winning 12 games in a row in all competitions. This run of form has seen them rise to the top of the LaLiga table, and they will be looking to maintain their position at the summit in the second half of the season.

The title race in LaLiga is wide open this season, with several teams in contention. Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atletico are all in the running, while Sevilla, Athletic Club and Villarreal are also capable of challenging for the title. It promises to be an exciting end to the season, and Atletico will be hoping to go one step further and win their first LaLiga title since 2021.