Atletico Madrid showcased a commanding performance against Las Palmas, earning a well-deserved victory. The match concluded with a final whistle at 90+10′, marking a successful outing for Atletico.
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In the closing moments, Las Palmas attempted to generate an attack, but Atletico’s defense, spearheaded by Conor Gallagher, successfully intercepted a crucial cross aimed at the box.
The ball possession statistics revealed Atletico Madrid’s dominance with 58%, compared to Las Palmas’ 42%. As the match progressed, Scott McKenna relieved the pressure for Las Palmas with a timely clearance at 90+9′, but Atletico responded quickly, initiating a counter-attack.
As the match reached its conclusion, Atletico Madrid’s Koke sent an effort wide of the target. Meanwhile, Las Palmas were struggling to create opportunities, evidenced by another clearance from Scott McKenna at 90+7′.
Atletico’s Rodrigo De Paul had a corner kick attempt that went astray, illustrating their efforts to maintain the momentum.
An important moment came at 90+3′, when Las Palmas were able to control possession. However, Atletico Madrid remained focused, with players like Jose Gimenez and Axel Witsel making significant contributions to their solid defense.
The fourth official indicated that there would be nine minutes of added time, heightening the tension as both teams pressed for a late goal.
The breakthrough arrived at 83′, when Alexander Soerloth scored a well-executed goal with a left-footed strike, following an assist from Rodrigo De Paul. This goal underscored Atletico’s attacking prowess and effectively sealed their victory.
Tactical substitutions were a key feature of the match, with both teams making adjustments as the game progressed.
For Atletico, players like Giuliano Simeone and Antoine Griezmann made way for fresh legs in the form of Axel Witsel and Alexander Soerloth. Las Palmas also brought in substitutes like Oliver McBurnie to reinvigorate their attack.
The match statistics reflected Atletico’s control, finishing with a possession rate of 59% and numerous attempts to break through Las Palmas’ defense. As the game drew to a close, the attendance was noted at 56,610, a testament to the support for both teams.
Ultimately, Atletico Madrid emerged victorious with a final score of 2-0, reinforcing their position in the league standings and displaying a blend of offensive skill and defensive solidity.
