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The image of the match: Conor Gallagher's sudden 'scare' for Atleti fans

The Englishman was the protagonist of an action in which the entire Atlético fans were restless and worried for their player.

Conor Gallagher is one of the most in-form players at this Atlético de Madrid, receiving two MVP awards in the last two league games. The Briton landed on his feet in the team managed by Diego Pablo Simeone and is, today, a key player in the Argentine coach's schemes, who is in love with the player. His dedication, grit and great ball control make him a very interesting player for a Colchonero midfield that improves with Gallagher on the field.

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Conor scored a great goal against Rayo Vallecano | Conor Gallagher

In the match against Rayo Vallecanolast Sunday, in addition to being the best player of the match and scoring, Conor Gallagher was, without a doubt, the image of the match. The Englishman scored his second goal for the red-and-whites, having scored the first on Sunday, and was a key figure for the Colchoneros, especially in the second half. However, Gallagher captured all the attention for a specific action in which the fans did not hide their concern for his state of health.

Conor Gallagher and his 'scare' for Atlético de Madrid fans

As everyone can see, the Briton has his hair tied back in a bun that allows him to play without his characteristic mane getting in the way, like many footballers. The action that made Atlético de Madrid fans fear last Sunday involved precisely the English footballer's hair, who threw himself to the ground at one point. Upon seeing the image, the Atlético fans quickly feared the worst, believing that one of their best players had been injured and could not continue in the match in Vallecas .

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The Englishman let his hair down on the pitch at the Vallecas Stadium | Conor Gallagher

However, what actually happened was that Gallagher 's bun had come loose, bringing relief to all the Atlético fans and turning their long faces into smiles. His hair tie had come loose and Conor Gallagher tried to find it on the grass of the Vallecas Stadium to redo his bun and be able to continue without any problems. Even if it ended there, it was a few seconds of tension for a devoted fan base in love with its new addition to the midfield.

A key player

And since his turbulent arrival, after several disagreements with Chelsea, Conor Gallagher has been one of the most beloved players by the Atlético de Madrid fans. The Englishman shows how happy he and his partner are at the club and how comfortable the fans of Diego Pablo Simeone 's team make him feel. Returning that love whenever he has the chance on the pitch, Conor Gallagher has fallen on his feet at Atlético de Madrid .

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Gallagher is essential for this Atlético de Madrid | Conor Gallagher

'Lo, Lo, Lololo, Conor Gallagher'

His chant is one of the hymns of Atlético de Madrid in the 24/25 , for which Gallagher is a more than fundamental player in the Colchonera midfield. The British player appreciates all the support and plans to continue working hard to ensure that good results continue to arrive and make the team compete for everything that is at stake. At the expense of guiding Atlético de Madrid with his intense and energetic game, Conor Gallagher wants to continue enjoying many more experiences with the Colchonera fans at the Metropolitano .