Girona are undoubtedly the surprise package of the big European leagues. With the first half of the season over, the Catalan side find themselves at the top of the La Liga standings, level on points with Real Madrid.
Not being a team that regularly feature at the top of the table in the Spanish domestic competition, many fans expected the Catalan side to fall out of the title race as the season progressed. However, Michel's team is still going strong and is now a clear candidate to win La Liga.
The Catalans face a tough test when they host third-placed Atletico Madridat the Montilivi stadium. Colchoneros' coach Diego Simeone praised his rivals ahead of the game, considering them as clear candidates to be champions.
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