Soccer-Joao Felix gives Barcelona 1-0 home win over Atletico Madrid

Soccer Football - Spain - LaLiga - FC Barcelona v Atletico Madrid - Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain - December 3, 2023 FC Barcelona's Joao Felix in action REUTERS/Albert Gea

BARCELONA, Spain (Reuters) - Barcelona's Joao Felix scored in the first half to secure a hard-fought 1-0 home win against his valiant parent club Atletico Madrid in a compelling LaLiga clash on Sunday.

The Portuguese, on loan at Barca, netted with a fine finish over goalkeeper Jan Oblak from a counter-attack in the 28th minute and the hosts held on against Diego Simeone's side.