SEVILLE :Atletico Madrid extended their unbeaten run in LaLiga to nine matches with a 2-0 victory over hosts Real Betis on Monday, courtesy of goals from Giuliano Simeone and Alex Baena.

The victory marked a significant milestone for Diego Simeone's side, who had been winless on the road this season following their opening loss at Espanyol and subsequent draws at Alaves, Mallorca and Celta Vigo.

It lifted Atletico to fourth in the standings on 19 points, one behind third-placed Villarreal and three adrift of Barcelona in second. Real Madrid sit comfortably at the top with 27 points, while Betis are sixth on 16 points.

Atletico made a bright start on a rainy evening in Seville, opening the scoring in the third minute with a superb low strike on the volley from the coach's 22-year-old son

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