Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke says they're going for the LaLiga title this season.

Sitting third behind Real Madrid and Barcelona, Atletico Madrid are approaching the title race in a humble manner, according to Koke.

"There's Madrid and Barcelona and then there's us," Koke said after their 1-1 draw with Barcelona

"We have always said it with humility. We are fighting them. We know that we have to work hard to be up there with them and we're on the path to doing that."

Saul Niguez hit the opener for Atletico and Koke paid tribute to how all his colleagues ran themselves into the ground for the team during the 1-1 draw.

"The team played very well with great physical output," he noted. "We came straight back from the international break and were on the verge of winning.

"Beyond the goal, when it comes to his movement and play for the team, [Saul] has been sensational and has earned his plaudits."