Griezmann plays final Atlético Madrid start as LaLiga 25/26 closes

Antoine Griezmann made his last start for Atlético Madrid against Villarreal in LaLiga 25/26's decisive match. The fixture decides the third league position, awarding nearly €10m extra to the team that finishes there. Atlético Madrid lined up Griezmann alongside Álvaro Morata and Jan Oblak in the starting XI. Villarreal fielded Alexander Isak and Gerard Moreno in attack. The third-place finish also brings significant prestige beyond financial rewards. Atlético Madrid secured Champions League qualification earlier in the season. Villarreal entered the match needing a result to secure Europa League qualification. A draw would suffice for Villarreal to finish fourth. Griezmann, Atlético Madrid's captain, played 85 minutes before being substituted. Morata scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory for Atlético Madrid. The win confirmed Atlético Madrid's third-place finish, guaranteeing the club an additional €9.8m in prize money.