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Mar 2025
1h 22m

Atleti Back on Top

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The FC crew react to Real Madrid's 2-1 loss at Real Betis and argue if Carlo Ancelotti's side have the depth to compete for titles amid a few absent players. Plus, Luis Garcia praises Diego Simeone after Atletico Madrid's victory propelled the club to the top of the LALIGA table. Gab Marcotti also joins the show to break down a top of the table clash in Italy.

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