England midfielder Conor Gallagher made a successful debut for Atlético Madrid, helping his new team secure a comfortable 3-0 victory over Girona in their latest La Liga match. Gallagher, who recently transferred from Chelsea for approximately £33 million, entered the game as a substitute in the second half.
Atlético Madrid had already established a 2-0 lead by the time Gallagher took the field. Antoine Griezmann opened the scoring with a precise first-half free-kick, and Marcos Llorente extended the lead with a stunning strike in the second half.
Gallagher’s introduction was highly anticipated, with Atlético fans giving him a warm welcome earlier in the week at his unveiling. The 24-year-old was greeted with a spectacular light show and pitchside flamethrowers, showcasing the excitement surrounding his arrival.
Atlético Madrid head coach Diego Simeone on Gallagher, he said. “Conor Gallagher has something you can’t buy anywhere: passion, peace, and rhythm.”
Although Gallagher’s role in the game was relatively understated due to the state of the match, he integrated smoothly into the Atlético midfield, contributing to the team’s control and build-up play against Girona. Koke sealed the win with a goal in the fourth minute of added time, finishing a pass from Llorente to complete the 3-0 scoreline.
