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Atletico poor form 'isn't down to nerves' says Simeone as he urges La Liga leaders to 'up the intensity' after Sevilla loss

Atletico Madrid's poor form isn't "down to nerves" according to Diego Simeone, who has urged the Liga leaders to "up the intensity" after their loss to Sevilla.

Los Rojiblancos suffered their third league defeat of the season at the hands of Sevilla on Sunday, with a Marcos Acuna goal giving Julen Lopetegui's side a 1-0 victory.

Atletico are now just three points clear of second-placed Real Madrid with eight games remaining, and Simeone has issued a rallying cry after seeing his team's latest underwhelming display.

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