Sorloth Leads Atletico to Narrow 1-0 Victory Against Alaves
In a gripping match, Atletico Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Alaves in the Spanish league. The decisive moment came from Alexander Sorloth early in the second half.
Sorloth Leads Atletico to Victory
Sorloth found the net in the 48th minute, delivering a powerful header from close range after an accurate cross by Pablo Barrios from the right. The ball struck the far post before settling into the net, highlighting Sorloth’s scoring prowess.
Key Match Details
- Player: Alexander Sorloth
- Time of Goal: 48th minute
- Match Venue: Metropolitano Stadium, Madrid
- Sorloth’s Season Stats: 10 starts in 19 league games; 6 goals (3 headers)
Alaves struggled throughout, remaining winless in their last five league matches. They almost equalized on several occasions late in the game but fell short. This defeat marked Alaves’ seventh loss in nine league games, with their sole victory occurring against Real Sociedad in December.
Current Standings and League Insights
Earlier on Sunday, Valencia managed to escape the relegation zone by defeating Getafe 1-0, with José Gayà scoring the late winner. Getafe, in contrast, has now faced defeat in five of their last six league matches, continuing their struggle.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid’s success keeps them competitive in the league as they look to further solidify their position. The day’s other notable matches saw Real Madrid claim a 2-0 victory over Levante, while Barcelona faced Real Sociedad later that day.
