A typical Atletico Madrid performance ends with a 1-0 victory for Simeone's side after Saul’s cross for Griezmann at the 66th minute was turned into Masip’s goal by Valladolid centre-back Joaquin Fernandez. In a display which saw the visitors organised and structured, they perhaps lacked the necessary quality to link defence with attack. Guardiola played valiantly for the 90 minutes, as the striker had both of his side’s best chances in the game – though they were both from considerable distance. Atletico Madrid pressed for the winner in the second half, and immediately shut up shop in order to secure the three points and the clean sheet after gaining the lead.
Atlético Madrid v Real Valladolid Live Commentary, 27/04/2019
