Takeaways from Atlético Madrid’s frustrating 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano
Atlético Madrid were forced to battle back from behind to secure a 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano on Sunday night as a woeful first half meant that they faced an up-hill battle in Vallecas. A rotated side looked off the pace and rusty, with the home side’s intensity and desire getting the better of Atleti.