Atletico Madrid Mollejo has made Atleti history

By making his debut for Atletico Madrid last Saturday, Victor Mollejo became the talk of the town - literally.

The 16-year-old was the first player born in the 21st century - he was born on January 20, 2001 - to play for Los Rojiblancos' senior side when he stepped on to the field in 81st minute of the friendly against Leganes, and his feat was the main story on the official website of his town of Villa de Don Fadrique.

Located in La Mancha, around 80 kilometres from Toledo and 115km from Madrid, the town has a population of just 4,000 and the young striker is set to become one of the most famous residents.

In fact, he was already asked for photographs over the past weekend when he returned following his minutes with Diego Simeone's senior squad.

However, given the distance to the Spanish capital, Mollejo has been staying at the club's residence in the city during the season and can only return to his hometown - where he took his first steps in football and played for the local teams, even being coached by his father - occasionally.

For now, the striker is determined to remain grounded and he will play in the Juvenil league for Manolo Cano this coming season, having progressed from Cadete level.