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Simeone Adamant La Liga Title Race Will Not Be Decided By Madrid Derby Result

Simeone Adamant La Liga Title Race Will Not Be Decided By Madrid Derby Result

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone insists the result of Sunday’s Madrid derby with Real will not decide the destination of the La Liga title.

Atletico head into the encounter five points above their city rivals and two ahead of Barcelona, who defeated Osasuna 2-0 on Saturday, but the Rojiblancos still have another game in hand on their title chasers.

Simeone’s side looked to be in a commanding lead at one stage but dropped points, against Celta Vigo and twice against Levante in recent weeks, have seen their rivals breathing down their neck.

"It's a really beautiful championship and all the important teams are seeking the best positions in the table," Simeone said ahead of the encounter.

"It's a top-of-the-table game, a direct game between two teams fighting for similar positions, but they're three points. There's still a long way to go in LaLiga and we'll try to take the game where we want so we can cause some damage.

"A few games ago, we were talking about a league where Real Madrid and Barcelona had no chance, and look where they are now. We know how difficult this championship is."

Real Madrid defeated Atletico 2-0 in the corresponding fixture back in December.

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