In Madrid, the team that plays in the red and white shirts has always been the underdog. This is no longer the case. The Atletico Madrid boys home shirt could be the perfect present for the next generation of supporter. This season, Atletico could well end up the champions of Spain.

Nike produced Atletico Madrid shirt for this season. The jersey retains the red and white vertical stripes with a touch of blue. The difference this season is that Nike has made a nod towards a glorious season. The shades are slightly darker in color to represent the strip Atletico wore in 1965-1966. You can purchase the kits at the Soccer Box online shop.

The club won the Spanish league championship and Spanish cup that season, and perhaps the representation is rubbing off. For the first time in many years, Atletico is competing for La Liga alongside hated city-rivals, Real Madrid and FC Barcelona.

The Atletico Madrid boys home shirt 2013 is now being worn by young children who have hope in their team. They can see a future of success that their fathers and grandfathers have rarely witnessed. 2013 - 2014 could be a watershed moment in Spanish football. The monopoly of Real Madrid and Barcelona is over.

The Rise to Success

For many years fans wore the Atletico Madrid shirt as a badge of honor, stating they were almost proud of their heritage as the underdogs. The team is based in a working class neighborhood with a large working class fan base. Taking pride in wearing the shirt and hard work to win was never in doubt. Now Diego Simeone has added a winning mentality.

Atletico has won the UEFA Europa League twice in recent seasons and the Spanish cup last year. This year they are competing in the Champions League, and their odds are in favor to reach the quarter finals. Their second leg against AC Milan is at home, and they have a 1-0 lead going into it.

Changes Afoot at the Madrid Derby 

Last weekend the Madrid derby took place. For the first time in almost 60 years, Atletico had the chance to beat Real Madrid home and away in the league championship. The final score was 2-2. Despite this, the result does give Atletico the advantage head-to-head over Real Madrid - should they finish on the same points.

Real Madrid took an early lead thanks to a Benzema goal in the first few minutes. For many years the Madrid derby was a joke to Real Madrid. They still have not lost away to Atletico since 1999, but at least now there is a challenge.

After beating Real Madrid away in the cup-final last season and in the league this season, Atletico Madrid has put to bed the long run of defeats against their rivals. They have confidence to beat them now. On Sunday they could have crumbled, but they stayed strong.

Before the first half was over, goals from Koke and a screamer from captain Gabi made it 2-1. Atletico ran the game. Real Madrid's players had no time on the ball, and the crowd made a ferocious atmosphere as they always do on derby day in Madrid.

However, this is where the problems of Atletico became prominent. The manager, Simeone, has relied heavily on a small number of players. They play in an aggressive manner, which fans are worried will tire the players out.

In the second half, this is exactly what happened. Real Madrid came back into the match and was unlucky to draw the match 2-2. Cristiano Ronaldo scored a late equalizer, but it could have been more. Atletico Madrid is only 3 points from first position and is in with a shout.

Can Club Ateltico de Madrid Win La Liga?

If Atletico Madrid manages to win the La Liga title this season, you don't want to be last to the party. Head over to our Soccer Box shop and find official home and away jerseys, as well as all official La Liga merchandise, kits and accessories. Your boy won't be disappointed if you purchase the Atletico Madrid boys home shirt 2013.

The Atletico Madrid shirt is available to purchase on our Soccer Box online store. Don't delay any longer.