An injury hit FC Barcelona suffered its first defeat of the season, losing 2-1 away to Atletico Madrid in the Spanish league on Saturday.

Goals from Diego Forlan and Simao put Atletico 2-0 ahead and although Zlatan Ibrahimovich gave Barcelona hope before half time, Atletico could have won by more goals.

Barcelona went into the game with six defenders missing through injury and suspension and with young winger Jeffren acting as an emergency right back.

Things got even worse after just two minutes when midfielder Seydou Keita was forced out of the game with a hamstring injury.

Atletico took the lead after nine minutes with Diego Forlan showing his improved form.

The Uruguayan collected a pass from Jose Antonio Reyes and beat Barcelona keeper Victor Valdes with a low shot.

Kun Aguero missed a similar chance after 18 minutes, but four minutes later Simao added a second.

The former Barcelona player beat a poorly positioned Valdes with a free kick after Carles Puyol had fouled Aguero.

It was turning into a thrilling affair and it was not long before Barcelona was back in the game. Poor marking from a corner allowed Zlatan Ibrahimovich to score from close range. It was the Swede's first goal of 2010.

After qualifying for the final of the Copa del Rey during the week Atletico was full of confidence, while Barcelona remained true to its philosophy of playing good football.

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