Álvaro Morata has said this season “feels and smells different” at Atlético Madrid as they challenge for the LaLiga title, ahead of their clash with champions Barcelona on Sunday.
Atlético go into the high-profile game in form — having won eight of their last nine league games — just four points behind Real Madrid and Girona at the top of the table and level with Barça, with a game in hand.
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They confirmed their qualification for the Champions League round-of-16 with a 3-1 win away at Feyenoord on Tuesday.
“In the dressing room there are good vibes, a good atmosphere,” Morata told ESPN.
“We feel like we can have a different year, we can fight for everything. It’s what we need to do. We’re Atlético and we need to always fight for every title. But this year feels and smells different.
“Sometimes, in some seasons, you can feel small differences between the starters and the players on the bench. But this year we’re all together, we’re tight, we’re working hard and enjoying every game.”
