Atletico MadridbeatReal Madrid1-0 on Sunday evening.

But the game didnt matter all that much to Los Blancos. They wrapped upLa Ligalast weekend and are now completely focused on their upcomingChampions Leaguefinal withLiverpool.

But it meant a great deal for Los Indios. Victory, coupled with Barcelonas defeat of Real Betis in Seville the previous evening, has virtually secured them a place in La Ligas top four.

Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti, reportMarca, made a raft of changes to give his troops a rest after their dramatic Champions League defeat of Manchester City during the week.

And it affected Madrids performance in the first half. Karim Benzema, Vinicius Junior, Dani Carvajal, Luka Modric, David Alaba and Thibaut Courtois were all left out of the starting lineup and Los Blancos failed to control the game as a result.

The changes made in the second half made a difference and helped Madrid gain more of a foothold in proceedings but it wasnt enough. Yannick Carrascos 40th minute penalty proved decisive.

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