Atlético beats Deportivo 1-0 after late Julián Álvarez goal
Julián Álvarez scored in the second half to give Atlético a narrow win over Deportivo, who created several chances but failed to convert.
KEY POINTS
- Julián Álvarez scored the winning goal in the second half
- Atlético moved to within two points of Barcelona
- Deportivo created chances but failed to score
- Giuliano, Sorloth, Baena, Quagliata, and Yeremay received yellow cards
- Atlético made substitutions including Sorloth for Kang-In Lee
Atlético de Madrid defeated Deportivo 1-0 in a match played on October 24, 2026. Julián Álvarez scored the only goal one minute and ten seconds after the second half began, finishing a cross from Grimaldo following a team move.
Atlético started the game flat and without a clear plan, intensity, or shots on target. The side resembled the one that played in Stuttgart in the Champions League on Tuesday, with Kang-In Lee and Lookman on the wings and Álvarez as a mobile centre-forward.
“Julián is one more. He has regained the support of his own and put Atlético two points from the leader, Barcelona.”
Deportivo grew into the match and moved the ball freely against an passive Atlético defence. Loureiro had a header saved by Oblak early on, and Nsongo also tested the goalkeeper shortly afterwards.
Yeremay caused problems down the left flank against Llorente and Kang-In Lee. Atlético suffered late in the game when Kevin missed a clear chance for Deportivo.
The victory moved Atlético to within two points of league leaders Barcelona, pending Sunday's clásico. Simeone's side now faces its next fixture with increased pressure on its direct rivals.
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