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MNN Global · January 22, 2026 · 1 min read

Llorente own goal secures Galatasaray draw with Atletico Madrid

What happened: Atletico Madrid took an early lead through Giuliano Simeone, but an own goal by Marcus Llorente allowed Galatasaray to equalise. Neither team scored in the second half, resulting in a 1-1 draw.

Why it matters:

  • The draw affects both teams' standings in their competition.
  • Players and fans of both clubs experience mixed emotions after the shared points.

MNN Take: An own goal can shift momentum in a match, and here it helped Galatasaray recover from an early deficit to secure a point against Atletico Madrid.

Sources: BBC Sport