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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 49 MIN

Atlético's February Gamble: Cups Prioritised, League Sacrificed?

from The Partido a Partido Podcast · host Lavogez

A 5–0 demolition of Betis away in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals. A 4–0 statement win over Barcelona in the semifinal first leg. And yet, sandwiched between them, two league defeats: 1–0 at home to Betis and 3–0 away to Rayo.Emmanuel (@LaLigaLavo) & Kelvyn (@kelvynbrown19) break down whether Atlético have effectively conceded the LaLiga title race and shifted their focus to the Copa del Rey and Champions League. Were the squad selections in those league losses rotation out of necessity or a clear prioritisation of silverware?We analysed Ademola Lookman’s impact since arriving, what he adds to Simeone’s system, and how Álex Baena could fit into the tactical structure moving forward. They also discuss reports linking José María Giménez with a possible summer exit and what that would mean defensively.Finally, they preview Atlético’s Champions League clash with Club Brugge , what’s at stake, tactical matchups, and whether this team can carry its cup intensity into Europe.A month of extremes. Now comes the defining stretch.

A 5–0 demolition of Betis away in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals. A 4–0 statement win over Barcelona in the semifinal first leg. And yet, sandwiched between them, two league defeats: 1–0 at home to Betis and 3–0 away to Rayo.Emmanuel (@LaLigaLavo) & Kelvyn (@kelvynbrown19) break down whether Atlético have effectively conceded the LaLiga title race and shifted their focus to the Copa del Rey and Champions League. Were the squad selections in those league losses rotation out of necessity or a clear prioritisation of silverware?We analysed Ademola Lookman’s impact since arriving, what he adds to Simeone’s system, and how Álex Baena could fit into the tactical structure moving forward. They also discuss reports linking José María Giménez with a possible summer exit and what that would mean defensively.Finally, they preview Atlético’s Champions League clash with Club Brugge , what’s at stake, tactical matchups, and whether this team can carry its cup intensity into Europe.A month of extremes. Now comes the defining stretch.

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