In a thrilling match that saw the two teams battle it out for supremacy in La Liga, Barcelona emerged victorious with a 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid. The game was a testament to the quality of both sides, as they traded blows throughout the ninety minutes.

At the other end of the pitch, Lionel Messi and co were looking to extend their lead at the top of the table, but they had to settle for second place instead. However, they did manage to keep up the pressure on Real Madrid, who were also looking to maintain their position at the summit of the league.

The first goal of the match came in the 78th minute when Antoine Griezmann scored for Atlético Madrid, giving them a 1-0 lead. However, just three minutes later, Barcelona levelled the score thanks to a header from Luis Suarez.

With the score tied at one-all, the game entered the final stages, and it was clear that both sides were going to fight until the very last whistle. In the 90th minute, Barcelona broke through once again, with Lionel Messi scoring his fourth goal of the season, sealing the win for the home side.

Lionel Messi's late strike was a fitting way to round off what was a fantastic performance by the Argentine forward. He has been in sensational form this season, and his goal was a reminder of why he is considered one of the best players in the world.

Overall, it was another exciting match between Barcelona and Atlético Madrid, and it will be interesting to see how things play out in the coming weeks. With both teams still fighting for top spot in La Liga, every point counts, and any slip-ups could cost them dearly.