Griezmann, Sorloth Score As Atletico Beat Alaves In Simeone’s Historic Game

November 23, (THEWILL) – Atletico Madrid demonstrated their growing momentum with a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against Deportivo Alaves at the Metropolitano Stadium. The match held additional significance, marking Diego Simeone’s 700th game in charge of the Spanish side.

The visiting team struck first through Jon Guridi’s penalty in the seventh minute, following Javi Galan’s handball inside the area. Despite sustained pressure from the home side, including Samuel Lino striking the crossbar and multiple attempts from Marcos Llorente, Atletico remained behind at half-time.

The introduction of Giuliano Simeone, the manager’s son, during the break initiated a shift in momentum. The equaliser finally arrived when Antoine Griezmann converted from the penalty spot after Abdel Abqar was penalised for handling the ball in the area.

Alexander Sorloth completed the turnaround with four minutes remaining, finishing clinically at the near post following an intelligent through ball from Rodrigo De Paul. The result extended Atletico’s winning streak to five matches across all competitions, their first such run since January.

The victory positions Atletico in second place in La Liga, four points behind Barcelona, though with an additional game played. For Alaves, the defeat continues their difficult away form, marking their sixth consecutive loss on the road and leaving them precariously positioned three points above the relegation zone.